"The longer the staplewhich literally refers to how long the individual cotton fibers arethe smoother the feel," says Amy Hoban, chief creative officer at Parachute. "Shorter fibers are more likely to break and feel nubbly, which makes for a rougher, less durable sheet. Long-staple cotton produces fabric that's softer and more resistant to pilling and wear over time."
"I'm taking a shower just to use this towel," says commerce writer Julia Harrison. "These are what towels always say they are but never quite live up to: soft, absorbent, and-most importantly-they can withstand the high heat of New York laundromats and still come out as cuddly as ever." Senior commerce editor Nashia Baker can also attest: "The biggest perk is how much softer the towels have gotten after washes."