I’m a Style Editor With an Opinion On Everything, Including Pool Towels – These Are 24 That I’d Happily Include in My Backyard Scheme This Summer
Don't let a tattered old bath towel ruin your outdoor aesthetic. This summer, opt for a chic pool towel to make your backyard look like a 5-star resort
In the summertime, most of us are so focused on the big picture of our patio schemes that we often forget about the little details that make it look complete – like pool towels.
Unlike outdoor furniture, pool towels aren’t necessarily the most essential features of an exterior set up. But visually, they take up space, so if your poolside is cluttered with dated towels, it will be noticed. Whether draped over a poolside chaise lounge, laid along an outdoor sofa, or placed upon the grass, chic pool towels have the potential to enhance the aesthetic appeal of your outdoor space. And if you're heading to the beach, these towels will make your seaside setup look that much more put together too.
For a simple, summery look, I’d opt for Parachute’s Bayside Beach Towel with its soft, subtle stripe. But for a more vibrant, playful look, try Jonathan Adler’s eye-catching Playa Beach Towel, instead. Regardless of your preference, just having a design-oriented pool towel (or a few of them), will make your backyard look coordinated and considered.
The bottom line is this – if you've put time, money, and energy into making your outdoor space look like a 5-star resort, then the last thing you want to do is ruin the aesthetic with a 0-star pool towel.
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Devin Toolen is a New York-based Style Editor for Homes & Gardens. After achieving her Bachelor’s Degree at Villanova University, Devin moved to Paris, France, to obtain her Master’s Degree at Parsons School of Design. Upon returning to the United States, Devin began working in the media industry with Cosmopolitan Magazine, where she wrote trend-driven fashion stories and assisted on set for many photoshoots, and later Livingetc, where she wrote interior design stories and assisted with the magazine’s social media pages. She has an appreciation for every aspect of personal style – from the clothes we wear to the design of our homes. In her spare time, Devin enjoys embroidery and antique shopping in the city.