While blenders, toasters, and can openers will come in handy for specific purposes, sleek, all around his-and-hers spa robes offer so many more possibilities. Fine spa robes, like the ones used at 5-star spas and resorts, combine two robes in one dual-layer luxury robe. While the outer layer is made of the softest imaginable brushed microfiber, the inner shell is a plush, absorbent cotton-polyester terry. So the robes are perfect for taking on the honeymoon for his and her massages, afternoons by the pool, and for getting ready for an evening out after a luxurious bubble bath or invigorating shower. Spa robes absorb moisture, then they dry without developing a musty odor, ready for the next time.

After the honeymoon, the spa robes will be a favorite part of everyday activities for years. The medium-weight comfort provides coverage and warmth, without being too hot. The couple will find that their spa robes are perfect for getting ready for the day, or for putting the day behind them. And they’ll be their go-to items for relaxing on the weekends. They’re easy care, so they resist stains, and they’ll retain their original shape and comfort even after years of washing and drying.

Spa robes make gift giving a hassle-free experience since there’s no need to visit a particular store where the couple is registered, find out what’s left on their list that’s also in your budget, and make a choice. Moreover, spa robes don’t have to complement a certain color scheme or décor, they’re not going to break, and, with seven sizes ranging from x-small to xxx-large, it’s easy to choose a pair that will fit the couple perfectly. You can even find the spa robes you’re looking for online, make the purchase, and have them shipped directly to the happy couple. If you search diligently, there are even some vendors who offer a discount for buying a couples’ set. You won’t even need to break a sweat.
What a thoughtful gift! After all, beginning a life together is about more than pots and pans. After all the stress of planning a wedding, the couple will truly appreciate something that says, “OK. Now take a little time to relax. Both of you.”

If the upcoming nuptials are yours, you’re probably hoping some of your guests will read this article. (Maybe you can discreetly forward it to someone.) But here’s another idea—wouldn’t these spa robes make a great “thank you” for the members of your wedding party? It’s something different, something that won’t be likely to be put on a shelf or in a drawer and forgotten. And something that will be truly appreciated and commemorative of a very special occasion.

Smiling bravely at Craig, Christina took a deep breath, unwrapped the gift, lifted the lid from the box, and—squealed with delight! Nestled among the layers of tissue paper was the softest, most luxurious garment she had ever touched: a beautiful plush robe! Instantly, Christina lifted the robe out of the box and tried it on. (It was a perfect fit.) Immediately she was enjoying the sensation of two hugs, one from Craig, and one from the plush robe.

OK. Admittedly it’s true that, every once in a while, women do enjoy receiving a little something shiny or sexy. But there’s a totally different message associated with the gift of a plush robe. It says, “I really care about you, and I want you to feel warm, comfortable, happy, and loved.” What woman wouldn’t respond to a sincere sentiment like that? Especially when it has pockets, as a plush robe does!

Plush robes come in a variety of colors to appeal to every taste, and they’re cut to fit like a snuggly, comfortable embrace. The soothing softness and pampering sense of luxury let her know that she’s truly special.

Or him! Who says men don’t need a welcoming, indulgent escape now and then? Plush robes for men are just as welcoming, just as pampering as they are for women. After a hard day on the job, men need the familiar feeling of comfortable leisure time just as much as women do!

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On the 12-month anniversary of their first date, Christina and Craig exchanged their marriage vows at a simple ceremony with friends and family. Christina gave her bridesmaids plush robes as thank you gifts, and, of course, Craig had a plush robe of his own to take on their honeymoon to Aruba. Odds are, Christina and Craig are going to live happily (and comfortably) ever after!

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.

A robe? Luxury? Really?

While most people don’t usually place luxury robes in the same category as sable and diamonds, there is a certain quality in the right kind of luxury robe that makes you feel as if you have everything you could possibly want wrapped around your body. With today’s technologies, the old standby materials like cotton terrycloth have been elevated to a whole new level of softness and comfort. By introducing newcomer textiles such as microfiber and bamboo-based rayon to the options for construction, the luxury robe has achieved the nirvana of indulgence.

Unlike some of those “other” luxury items, a luxury robe is actually very practical. It can be your go-to item on a winter morning to ward off goose bumps, or it could be the soothing item you turn to when the spring rains get to be just a little too dreary. For the summer, a luxury robe is absorbent and light enough to wear after a swim or a Jacuzzi; and it’s just right for watching the autumn winds chasing the leaves across the yard. If you spill your coffee on it, you can just throw it into the washer, tumble it dry, and put it right back on to experience the same soft, fluffy comfort you wore when your luxury robe was brand new.

The softness, luxury, and practicality of a luxury robe make it a gift that would be deeply appreciated by everyone: a sense of home for a college student heading off to the dorm; the perfect snuggle factor for a new mother; or a soothing wrap for someone who’s experiencing health issues. It’s the ultimate “feel-good” gesture. Walter Bagehot obviously knew the importance of everyday luxuries in his time—too bad he was born too early to know about luxury robes!

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. With just a little planning, you can create or re-create the experience of a luxurious facial, an aroma-therapy session, even a mineral bath–all without going to a high-end resort and plunking down a hefty portion of your hard-earned cash. If you have a willing partner, you can even exchange stress-relieving massages—one for her, one for him.

The spa robes that are available for home use were actually modeled after the spa robes used at high-end resorts. They’re designed to afford maximum comfort and tranquility. They’re lightweight, and they don’t have the bulkiness of some other robes. They provide plenty of coverage so that modesty can be maintained before and after massage therapy and other treatments that require a minimum of clothing. (The bare minimum, you could say!) The outer shell is made of the softest, plushest microfiber fabric available, and lined with a terry cotton blend for maximum absorbency. The high-quality construction of today’s spa robes ensure that they will last through countless trips to the beach, the pool, the bathtub, or the washer-dryer. Oh—and of course, the spa.

Just think of the gift-giving possibilities! You could delight that special someone with a spa robe and your own home-made salt scrub in a beautiful jar. Or how about a manicure set—and a spa robe? Maybe surprise them with a fragrant bubble bath, candles, a romantic novel, a wine glass—and a spa robe. If you really want to go all out, you could get a gift certificate to an actual spa and—well, you know. The possibilities are virtually unlimited. But when you’re treating others to such a special gift of serenity and well-being, don’t forget to look out for number 1!

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 naturally mold and mildew resistant, so even if you don’t wash it every time you use it at home, you’ll never have to suffer that nasty mildew smell.

Besides resisting mold and mildew, microfiber robes are also stain resistant. So don’t worry if you spill your hot cocoa on a winter morning or your red wine on a summer evening. Just treat it, toss it in the washing machine, tumble it dry, and it comes out looking not only spanking clean, but also just as soft and fluffy as it was when it was brand new.

People who actually own a microfiber plush robe can’t say enough about how much they love the sensuous quality and plushness. Both men and women appreciate its easy care and the effortless way it maintains its shape after exercise sessions, or Sunday morning wrestling matches with the kids, or repeated trips through the laundry.

Whether it is made from terry cloth or a plush fleece fabric, a microfiber robe makes a great gift for anyone. But wouldn’t it be nice to treat yourself to that comfort and luxury? After all, everyone needs to steal some “me-time” out of their busy schedule and enjoy a little pampering!

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. People tend to think of frumpy housewives in those old situation comedies with curlers in their hair, floppy slippers, and a shabby, oversized bathrobe. Fast-forward to the early 1980s, and the movie Pretty Woman. When Julia Roberts steps out to meet Richard Gere for breakfast, her sleep-tousled curls cascading over the shoulders of her pristine-white hotel bathrobe, the image is anything but frumpy.

The whole idea behind a bathrobe is comfort. So it’s constructed in a completely non-constricting style with long, roomy sleeves, a self-fabric tie belt, and patch pockets. The bathrobe can be cut long, down to the ankles, or a little shorter, at about mid-calf. Some robes go even shorter, to a few inches above the knees.

Comfort is the most important criterion in the selection of fabric for bathrobes. The types of preferred fabric range from highly absorbent natural cotton to luxurious, lush microfiber. Some fabric blends might also be chosen for their super plush, super luxurious qualities. Many varieties of fabric textures are also available, with terrycloth and waffle weave among the most popular.

Historically, the design of the bathrobe can probably be traced back to biblical times, when both men and women wore robe-like garments as everyday attire. The style was carried into more modern times by people in Asian countries. At some point, the basic concept was deemed ideal for preserving modesty after bathing, and the bathrobe as we know it was born.

When spas and high-end hotels began providing them to their guests, the familiar, cozy bathrobe became a high-demand luxury item. But why limit the pampering experience to a few days on vacation? More and more, people are indulging themselves and their loved ones with the tangible gift that delivers an intangible bonus: sumptuous comfort.

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.

Everyone loves a soft, fluffy, and absorbent robe, which is the quality of high quality terry cloth. This material is lightweight and available in different grades. Typically, the denser or heavier terry robes are the best for everyday use. However, for a spa robe, most people should consider something lighter, which is more practical since the robe is worn directly on the body and not over clothing. The key in choosing a terry robe is finding one that is the perfect balance of softness but also weight. For a spa robe, anything under four pounds would be ideal. Anything heavier would likely be uncomfortable, especially with the added weight of moisture from the body.

Regardless of the exact blend chosen for terry robes, one needs to choose a color and style that would be appreciated by the recipient. For instance, some women prefer a more simple style of robe while others love ruffles and frills. The same would be true for colors in that when buying terry robes, the woman’s favorite color should be considered. This could be a robe in a solid feminine color or one with a beautiful embroidered design.

Finally, some women love terry cloth robes that are short and some women prefer long. If the woman lives in a colder region, or would be using the robe for extra cover up perhaps when going to the hospital, then the ankle length option would be best but if she would be wearing the robe around the house or lives in a hot climate, short terry robes might be the better choice.

Additionally, bamboo terry robes are luxurious, with a soft and fluffy look and feel.  Anyone receiving a robe such as this is getting only the finest.  In fact, while the price is not overly high, bamboo robes look and feel like a million bucks so for the person that appreciates the finer things in life or someone who simply wants to be pampered, bamboo robes are the ideal choice.

Interestingly, bamboo terry robes are also very easy to care for in that they do not require any type of special cleaning.  Robes of this type can simply be machined washed and dried while retaining a new look and without worry of the robe losing any of the fluffy softness.  Without doubt, bamboo terry robes are the perfect gift for a man or woman.

To make bamboo bathrobes, a starchy pulp is taken from the leaves and stems of the plant.  Using a special process known as hydrolysis alkalization and going through multiple bleaching processes, the outcome is a versatile material that is ideal for towels and robes.  The fabric is 100% bamboo, which is turned into yarn.  A benefit when used to make bamboo robes is that the material is highly moisture resistant.

People are also discovering that bamboo terry robes can breathe better than other materials, so they are much cooler.  The reason is that these robes are made with a cross-section design filled with different micro-holes and gaps for the ultimate in ventilation.  This coupled with the ability for bamboo robes to absorb moisture within seconds has made it one of the best options available.

Bamboo terry robes also have a unique fit, making this a more comfortable choice. Robes such as this drape over the body rather than hug and stick to the skin.  Additionally, these robes come in beautiful colors and designs so there is something for every person.  Although bamboo bathrobes are excellent regardless of climate, because of the coolness of the fabric, they have become a favorite purchase for people living in hotter regions.

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 absorbent.  However, microfiber robes are naturally capable of absorbing moisture, making them a perfect choice for people that spend time by the poolside, in the Jacuzzi, or for use after a shower or bath.  Instead of the person walking around in a moist robe, microfiber robes offer a dry, comfortable feel.

Mold and Mildew Resistant – Since robes are commonly used after showering or bathing, the moisture seeps into the fiber and in some instances, mold and/or mildew develop.  The benefit of microfiber robes is that this material is highly resistant to both mold and mildew so not only does the wearer have a soft, comfortable fit, they also never have to worry about health issues relating to mold and/or mildew.

Stain Resistant – When normal bathrobes get dirty, sometimes getting the stains out is tough.  That means a brand new robe might feel great but it no longer looks new and clean.  With microfiber robes, the material is better at resisting stains.  Therefore, when the stain is treated with a stain remover and laundered, the stain comes out.  This means the robe will not only look great but also it will also last much longer so the individual gets more from the money spent.