For when a special touch is called for—as a gift, or for yourself—consider the embroidered, monogrammed wares from Volga Linen, makers of fine linens for the bed, table, and beyond: Or shop ...

The embroidery and appliques you can choose from to personalize your towels are really gorgeous, and worth the splurge. It's $15 per item for embroidery, and $30 per item for an applique.

Weezie currently offers bath towels, bath sheets, wash cloths and hand towels. The bath sheets, which are generously sized at 40x70 inches, are currently the largest towels on the market.

Throw in the Towel. Pretty, hand-embroidered towels put out for daily use have always spelt the height of luxury for me, having been brought up on the strict understanding that nice things are to ...