If there’s a wedding coming up, and you need an idea for a gift that will be truly appreciated by both the bride and the groom, how about a pair of his and her spa robes? It’s a great gift for starting a couple out on the road to wedded bliss—and comfort! It’s practical, like all those gifts for cooking, cleaning, and decorating, but it’s so much more personal. Continue reading
The second-month anniversary of her first date with Craig, he surprised her with a gift. Christina groaned inwardly as she pondered the possibilities that lay concealed inside the beautifully wrapped package. Too large for jewelry or perfume—it was probably some kind of sexy lingerie. While she appreciated such gestures, she was getting a little tired of the thinking that usually went behind them. Too many of these gestures were just demands in disguise—always suggestive, and sometimes downright provocative. Why don’t men see me as more than just another pretty face? Christina thought. Oh well, here goes. Continue reading
“A slight daily unconscious luxury is hardly ever wanting to the dwellers in civilization; like the gentle air of a genial climate, it is a perpetual minute enjoyment.” –Walter Bagehot
Wow—Walter kind of said it all, didn’t he? OK, maybe this quote worked in the 19th century, but these days a lot of us wouldn’t even get it. Nowadays we’d be more likely to say something like, “Having a few little luxuries in our daily lives is part of what makes living worthwhile.” Take a luxury robe, for instance. Without spending a whole lot of money, you can enjoy the softness of cashmere, the warmth of mink (without killing an animal), and the coziness of a ski lodge in the Alps. Continue reading
Anyone who’s ever enjoyed the experience of a day at the spa (or a weekend, or a week) knows what a pleasurable, tranquil experience it can be to spend a little time pampering yourself and investing in your own well-being. But inevitably, the time spent at the spa has to end, and you find yourself back in the real world. But does it really have to stop there? Not entirely—not if you have your very own spa robe!
Why make a spa experience a once-in-a-while diversion? The real benefits come from taking care of yourself on regular basis, even day-to-day, if you have the time. With an absorbent, lightweight spa robe, you already have the main component of a spa experience in your own home, even if you’ve never actually had the pleasure of being at a spa. Continue reading
The synthetic polyester fiber is tiny—about one sixteenth the size of a human hair. That’s why it’s called microfiber. But it could also justifiably be called miraclefiber because of its durability, practicality, and versatility. When it was first introduced in the mid-1980s, its main use was for upholstery and furniture coverings. The way in which it holds dye better than cotton or linen, along with its stain resistant properties made it a desirable choice for furniture that was attractive, durable, and low maintenance. Then, because of its absorbent properties, microfiber became the fiber of choice for cleaning materials such as mops, rags, and cleaning cloths. Ultimately, finally, someone figured out that the thin but resilient fiber could be woven into a soft luxury fabric, and the microfiber robe was born.
The extravagant look and feel of microfiber robes is so alluring, day spas and 5 star hotels supply them to their guests to enhance the feeling of indulgence. After a spell in the hot tub, a session with the massage therapist, a few laps around the pool, or a relaxing bubble bath, the natural wicking properties of a microfiber terry robe help you to complete the drying off process with no extra effort. And the microfiber terry fabric is Continue reading
Life can be very demanding. The average man or woman spends eight or more hours every day navigating the rat race and wondering if it’s worth it. When they get home, she kicks off her fashionable but excruciating high heels, he sheds the choking necktie, they slip into their bathrobes and, ahh—life is good! That’s what the magic of a cozy, comfortable bathrobe can do for a frazzled spirit.
For people who need a regular escape from the hubbub of this crazy world, there’s nothing more inviting than that good ol’ standby, the bathrobe. It offers warmth when you’re cold, modesty and absorbency at tub side or poolside, coziness on the couch in front of the TV, or tranquility on the back porch in the chair swing. It’s all about comfort.
There are some times when bathrobes get a bad rap. Continue reading
Here is a short video on how to fold any robe neatly.
Although many new fabrics have been developed in recent years for making robes, terry robes have remained one of the most popular choices. Not only is this a beautiful choice but the material is also absorbent. The person wearing terry robes loves the comfort and the fabric has a bonus of keeping moisture away from the body.
Many terry cloth bathrobes are made with a blend of bamboo, which creates the softest and silkiest look and feel possible. In fact, terry robes made with bamboo have similar luster to silk but without the expense or cleaning effort. Therefore, some people will go with terry cloth robes that use at least 50% bamboo added but even if the robe were made from 100% terry cloth, it would still be soft and supple. Continue reading
Many people do not realize that some bathrobes are made from bamboo. Today, robes made with this material have become increasing popular and for a number of reasons. For one thing, more and more people are working hard to improve the environment by saving forests. Since bamboo is a harvested grass, the plant itself is never destroyed. Instead, bamboo is cut and the grass reproduces to maturity in about five years, which means that bamboo terry robes are a type of “green” material, one that is completely biodegradable.
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One of the most popular types of bathrobes is those made of microfibers. In addition to microfiber robes being used at home, this is a common material used in creating luxurious robes used at day spas. In addition to the fluffy, soft look and feel, bathrobes such as this also come with a long list of benefits.
Look and Feel – One of the benefits to choosing microfiber robes is that they look expensive but are actually very affordable. The overall look and feel of robes made with this fabric is fluffy and soft, making it a great gift idea.
Absorbency – Although many bathrobes are soft, not all are Continue reading