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By: Ikedi Ani-okoye.

Introduction to bathrobes

We often wear bathrobes as a quick cover-up while dressing or relaxing prior to going to bed. If you wear a robe for this type of purpose, then terry cotton or cotton/polyester are good choices. If you prefer a soothing, soft warmer robe than the synthetic velour or polyester robes provide a good choice. The cotton/bamboo option is another soft and silky fabric that is very comfortable to wear and dries quickly after getting wet.

The lenght of bathrobe to choose

When we think of bathrobes, a flowing long cozy bathrobe comes easily to mind. However, you might need to decide whether you might want a shorter bathrobe if you are using it for quick changes or in the morning over your pyjamas. Longer cozy robes suggest lounging and relaxing in the evening or on a lazy Sunday morning to read the newspapers and have a latte. If you are using the robe as a cover-up after soothing relaxation session in a hot tub, a longer robe might be a good option for the cooler or windy months, while a shower wrap or short robe might be a cooler option when it is hot.

100% cotton bathrobe

Fibers used for weaving fabrics can be grown using chemicals or dipped in preserving chemicals that create an allergic response in some people. 100% organic cotton robes have been produced in a manner which is free of harmful chemicals. This process ensures that these robes do not create an allergic response when someone wears the robes. If you or someone for whom you are purchasing a robe has allergies, then an Organic Cotton robe is a good choice.

Moms in bathrobes

A new mom will spend more time in her bathrobe than in regular clothes her first year with her baby! Show her you understand and want to help make her and baby as comfortable as possible with coordinating New Mom bathrobe and Baby Blanket. Select a super-soft fabric such as chenille for a luxurious baby shower or new mom gift.

Unisex bathrobes

Unisex or ‘one size fits all/most” robes tend to have a more generous design which is loose and not as form fitting. If you are buying a unisex bathrobe, there is often a choice of sizes where you have to select a shoulder or chest size in combination with height measurement. Unisex robes are often a good choice if you require a plus-size robe, as you can match your measurements to those of the robe to ensure that you are comfortable when wearing your robe.

CONCLUSION

The bathroom is a great place to keep your bathrobe. Place a self-adhesive hook on either the back of your bathroom door, or on the wall behind the door. Hang your bathrobe up after each use, and it's ready for next time. Put up one for each family member in the bathroom they most often use.