9 fun, quick-drying cotton towels that are perfect for summertime

Hammam towels are perfect for summer

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9 fun, quick-drying cotton towels that are perfect for summertime

By Naomi May

4 years ago

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Forget terry towelling, for there’s nothing better than a fast-drying hammam towel in the balmy months of summer.

When it comes to drying off post-shower in the summer months, there are often times when a heavy classic terry towel just not does not suffice. In its place, you’d rather a lighter and breezier towel that doesn’t lie heavy on the skin. Something, perhaps, like a cotton hammam towel.

And the history of the hammam towel is undeniably rich. Dating back centuries, hammam towels were originally in the form of a rectangle shape and used in the ancient bath houses in the Mediterranean and Middle East. As opposed to the heavy towels many of us use day to day, hammam towels are crafted from a lightly woven cotton.

In short: these colourful, playful and stylish towels are fast-drying, fun to look at and perfect for post-showering in the warmer months and doubling as a beach towel. What could be better? These are the best hammam towels to invest in now.  


John Lewis & Partners hammam bath sheet

John Lewis & Partners hammam bath sheet

If the idea of a colourful towel isn’t quite for you, then instead look to a smart white-striped hammam towel, which will work in almost every bathroom.

Shop John Lewis & Partners hammam bath sheet, from £6

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Sorbet hammam towel

Sorbet hammam towel

Available in an array of ice cream colours, this towel is as summery as (hopefully) the weather itself.

Shop Sorbet hammam towel, from £10

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Terzi Editions The Lightweight towel

Terzi Editions The Lightweight towel

What do you mean your towel doesn’t have a pouch? With this colour-blocked option, you’ll never need to worry about where your towel is ever again.

Shop Terzi Editions The Lightweight towel, £26

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H&M cotton beach towel

H&M cotton beach towel

Nothing beats pastel pinstripes and this cotton beach towel is proof: it’s as pretty as it is practical.

Shop H&M cotton beach towel, £12.99

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Derek Rose hammam towel

Derek Rose hammam towel

For anybody who has a nautical theme in their home, look to Derek Rose’s cotton number, which is demure and flies under the radar.

Shop Derek Rose hammam towel, £75

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White Stuff multi stripe hammam towel

White Stuff multi stripe hammam towel

A striped cotton towel is just summer personified, and this juicy-toned iteration is proof. 

Shop White Stuff multi stripe hammam towel, £20

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Ailera Perim hammam towel

Ailera Perim hammam towel

Why settle for just one hammam towel when you can have ten in all the colours of the rainbow?

Shop Ailera Perim hammam towel, £25

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My Luxe Gelato Stripe hammam towel

My Luxe Gelato Stripe hammam towel

My Luxe’s gelato-toned hammam iteration is perfect for those who want a little bit of fun from their towels.

Shop My Luxe Gelato Stripe hammam towel at Wolf & Badger, £25

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Business & Pleasure Co. Lauren’s stripe cotton beach towel

Business & Pleasure Co. Lauren’s stripe cotton beach towel

Pared-back but still lovely, this striped cotton towel is perfect for post-shower drying and taking to the beach. Win-win.

Shop Business & Pleasure Co. Lauren’s stripe cotton beach towel at Selfridges, £65

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