Undisputed symbols of the hôtelière experience and moments of relaxation in spas, these indoor garments now come in a multitude of styles, which can make choosing a bathrobe a daunting task. In this article, we'll guide you through the key points to consider when buying your ideal bathrobe. First, identify your specific needs, pay attention to the details, choose the length that suits you, select the right material, look for quality, opt for the color that reflects your style, and finally, learn how to care for your prized bathrobe.
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What's a bathrobe for?
The bathrobe is a veritable haven of comfort and softness. Made from absorbent fabrics such as cotton, it envelops you in softness and leaves you feeling pleasantly comfortable after your shower or bath. Practical and easy to put on thanks to its loose fit and waistband, it lets you go about your business around the house with ease, without needing to dress immediately. Its refined, elegant style is matched by a multitude of cuts, colors and patterns. Versatile, the bathrobe can also be worn as a garment in the home. Last but not least, it makes an ideal gift, both practical and luxurious, for your loved ones. Whether for a birthday, wedding or special occasion, it's sure to please and be greatly appreciated! For an even more personalized gift, you can even decide to have your bathrobes embroidered.
Matière and weaves for a bathrobe?
Cotton bathrobes
Cotton is a popular choice because of its softness, breathability and ability to absorb moisture. Cotton bathrobes offer optimum comfort and are perfect for everyday use. Top-of-the-range Le Jacquard Français bathrobes use long-staple combed cotton, guaranteeing superior quality. The long fibers provide a soft, resistant feel, while the fineness of the combed yarns gives the designs incomparable brilliance and precision. Le Jacquard Français bathrobes envelop your body in softness thanks to its selection of ideal cotton yarns for optimum absorption.
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Ponge weaving
Ponge bathrobes are made from cotton in a bouclé weave that gives them great absorbency. They're soft, cozy and perfect for drying off quickly after a bath or shower. Le Jacquard Français towelling bathrobes are meticulously crafted by our partners in Turkey and Portugal, who are renowned for their particularly soft weave. Our terry bathrobes remain soft even after many washes, thanks to their twisted cotton yarns, which are softer than conventional yarns. The pure design and deliberately soft colors of our caress range complement all interiors and skins.
Honeycomb weaving
Using an ancestral embossed weaving technique, honeycomb is renowned for its high absorbency. Its honeycomb structure swells after the first wash, revealing its full absorption capacity. Its honeycomb structure swells up after the first wash, revealing all its absorbency, while its lightness means it can be dried in the blink of an eye. Delicate and slippery, honeycomb envelops you in softness after a bath or a swim in the sea.
What length for a bathrobe?
The right size is essential for feeling comfortable in a bathrobe. To determine the right size, you can use a measuring tape. Start by measuring your chest circumference. Then, refer to the following chart to find the size correspondence according to the measurement indicated on the tape measure.
.If you find yourself between two sizes, it's a good idea to choose the next size up to be perfectly comfortable in your bathrobe. Bathrobes come with belts so you can adjust them to your preferences, for a better fit. When it comes to length, opt for a bathrobe model that reaches your calves, offering ease of movement and adequate coverage.
The bathrobes are available in a variety of lengths.
What shape for a bathrobe?
Hooded bathrobe
The hooded bathrobe is ideal for keeping your head warm after a shower while making it easy to dry your hair. It offers a perfect blend of comfort and functionality.
Kimono neck bathrobe
The kimono collar bathrobe features a flat collar, giving it a pure, versatile look. Its unisex design makes it a suitable choice for both men and women.
Collar bathrobe Châle
The collar bathrobe embodies feminine charm with its distinctive reverse collar. Its shape is particularly popular with women looking for a bathrobe that's both comfortable and stylish.
The poncho bathrobe
The poncho bathrobe is specially designed for children, offering a combination of practicality and fun. Whether it's for boys or girls, they'll appreciate its convenience for quick drying.
What weight for a bathrobe?
The grammage of a fabric, which corresponds to the weight of the fabric per m², plays an essential role in the comfort, softness and absorbency of your bathrobe. Generally speaking, bathrobes have a grammage of between 250 and 550 g/m². Top-of-the-range towelling bathrobes, such as those made by Jacquard Français, should weigh at least 550 g/m2. This heavier weight guarantees superior fabric quality. However, if you prefer a lighter, more breathable bathrobe or a honeycomb bathrobe, a weight of 250 to 400 g/m² may be more appropriate. These bathrobes offer a lighter feel on the skin while remaining sufficiently absorbent to dry you effectively.
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How to wash a bathrobe?
To wash your cotton bathrobe, use a washing machine with a cold cycle and a mild detergent. Avoid bleaches and softeners. Don't overload the machine. Wash at 40°C maximum to avoid wrinkling. Store in the open air, away from direct sunlight and dry.
To preserve the quality of your bathrobe, wash gently with a mild detergent, avoid bleaching and softening agents, do not overload the machine, use a lukewarm temp; Don't overload the machine, use lukewarm or cold water to avoid shrinkage, and dry in the open air or at low temperature in the dryer.
Customized bathrobes with embroidery
To please or please yourself, you can embroider a name or a note on your bathrobe. To satisfy your wishes, Le Jacquard Français offers you a choice of four different embroidery styles and eighteen different colors. The embroidery is meticulously crafted by our artisans in our Gérardmer factory, guaranteeing exceptional quality. Make your bathrobe a true symbol of refinement by personalizing it according to your wishes with the savoir-faire of French Jacquard.
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