Terry cloth remains one of the most worthwhile indulgences.
Antonina Jedrzejczak
Whether you think of a towel as purely a functional tool for drying off or as an impromptu blanket for when the sun goes down, it’s already past time to replace that washed-out thing doing double duty in the shower. After the swimsuit, it’s the most essential piece to pack in your beach bag. The 15 options below offer bold, bright, and luxurious ways to make your own statement in terry cloth.
VersaceRemember J.Lo in that green dress at the 2000 Grammy Awards? Versace added a contrasting border to the legendary runway look to create its plush, 57-by-76-inch jungle print towel ($575).