Flavor Note: Think of the dobby border as the “spine” of the towel—quietly holding everything together.

Step 3: Fold in Fabric Engineering
Towels are not woven randomly. Textile engineers carefully design them for durability and comfort:

The fluffy portion (called terry loops) is optimized for absorbency.

Terry loops alone are prone to distortion without reinforcement.

The flat woven band anchors the loops, keeping the towel square and usable.

Without this band, towels would warp, curl, and lose shape much faster.

Step 4: Sprinkle in Absorbency Balance
Contrary to popular belief, the lines are not meant for drying specific body parts:

The terry cloth absorbs water efficiently.

The dobby border absorbs less—but that’s intentional.

This creates balance, preventing the towel from becoming waterlogged at the edges.

Pro Tip: Towels that absorb evenly dry faster and last longer.