These are pretty, but not very absorbent. They work for what if wanted, which was taking up less space and not holding bad smells. So far so good.This is a great towel for the beach or pool. I use it as a towel, or as a sarong. I got two of them in the black and white stripe, which is a great look to go with any color bathing suit. It is vey absorbent but thin enough to easily roll up and throw into your pool or beach bag. I could put 4 into my bag, and not feel like it is too much to carry. The only reason I took off one star is that the print is much darker on one side, and the reverse is very faded. It would have a nicer look if it was the same on each side. Definitely recommend!I bought this because I needed a pre-washed towel (I can't use stuff with chemicals straight out of the package). It's very beautiful and multipurpose (scarf, cover-up, curtain, table cloth, and yes, towel). It's not terry cloth, obviously, it's a thin, Turkish style "towel"---i.e. absorbent cloth. And in the event you are allergic to stuff, it will probably not bother you at all. I love it and will buy more.I have already been using this towel in multiple ways, indoors and outdoors. It's a shawl, a towel, a tablecloth, a cover for a chaise longue, a packing cloth, a cat sleeping mat...Great size and very attractive. I took off a star because it is so loosely woven that it snags pretty easily, meaning I will have to handle it more gently than I would like. But I'm very happy with it and expect to use it to death.Perfect beach towel! Wish the price was cheaper but hopefully it holds up for a long time!The color was so vibrant! Washed up super soft. The fringe frays up a bit in the wash. Otherwise, I love the towel. I’ve ordered 4, so clearly I love it!These towels are great. They stiffness does soften with laundering and they absorb well. I've purchased more than one!Exactly what I was hoping for. Great size, easy to stuff into a tote bag because it is not bulky. I was tired of carrying a massive pool bag with terry cloth towels for everyone. It washed well and is already pretty absorbant after 1 wash. I will be buying more!I had originally bought the calcala peshtemel and thought those towels were pretty good.I bought these towels and was pleased as so much better. Silky out of the bag but I was concerned with absorbency. Washed with a VINEGAR rinse and was very happy. Showered this morning and found them thicker and absorbed more. Even hubs was happy but was only 'meh' before with other brand.I will be ordering the 6 pack next.Really like these towels. Got them to use on the beach. hey a cotton so absorb well enough. Drying time is like any cotton product. People have to keep in mind that in high humidity anything takes a while to dry. Very happy I bought these. I wondered if the colours would run run on washing them. No running of colours. Do wash them before using them to soften them up. Low heat drying is recommended.This towel is just great. Super cute and very light weight, does not take a lot of space on your luggage. I use it at the beach for sunbathing and it's thin enough to tie as a "dress" or skirt while still at the beach. On regular days, I use it as a gym towel as it takes up almost no space in my gym bag. Just perfect. Will buy more colors.Towels are thinner than I expected and I understand you use a different technique for drying....more of a pat than a rub, so I am still getting used to the change....I would have preferred a greater variety of colours...Turkish Cotton, made in Turkey. The real deal.Beautiful towel, light and soft. Perfect for travel. Love it!