{"product_id":"muslin-striped-turkish-cotton-beach-towel-peshtemal","title":"Muslin Striped Turkish Cotton Beach Towel Peshtemal - OEKO-TEX","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMuslin changes what a beach towel can be.\u003c\/strong\u003e Our Muslin Striped Peshtemal pairs whisper-thin muslin yarn with the classic Turkish flat weave — a featherlight towel that dries fast, packs flat, and gets softer with every wash. Handwoven in Denizli, Turkey on third-generation looms from 100% Turkish cotton, pre-washed for a soft, lived-in crinkle texture from the very first use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Muslin Instead of Terry?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of heavy terry loops, the open gauze weave lets air move through the fabric — so it dries in a fraction of the time and never carries that damp-towel weight in a beach bag. No stiffness, no breaking-in period. Fine pinstripes run the full length of the towel, finished with a solid woven border and hand-twisted fringe at the ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Muslin softens naturally with every wash — the dense flat weave only improves with age, developing the relaxed, washed-linen character you can't fake.\"\u003cbr\u003e— Third-Generation Weaver, Denizli\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Turkish cotton muslin\u003c\/strong\u003e — pre-washed crinkle-gauze texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOversized 35\" × 71\" (90 × 180 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — full-body coverage, generous enough to share\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick-dry \u0026amp; sand-resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e — one shake and the sand falls away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePacks to a 6-inch roll\u003c\/strong\u003e — fits a tote, carry-on, gym bag or pool basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine pinstripe weave\u003c\/strong\u003e — solid woven border, hand-twisted fringe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — tested free from harmful substances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWoven by women artisans\u003c\/strong\u003e — carrying a 2,500-year-old Aegean weaving tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOne Towel, Many Lives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🏖️ Beach towel — sand-resistant, quick-drying · 🛁 Bath wrap — light and absorbent · 🧣 Sarong or scarf — soft enough to wear · 🧺 Picnic blanket — packs flat, spreads wide · ✈️ Travel throw — weighs next to nothing · ♨️ Spa \u0026amp; hamam — the original use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThree Stripe Colors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine Blue, Black or Red pinstripes on a natural ivory ground — at home in coastal, boho, farmhouse and minimalist spaces alike. Pairs naturally with our muslin robes and Turkish towel sets for a fuller textile story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Denizli Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDenizli has been a textile center since Roman times. Our muslin peshtemals are handwoven by women artisans using Aegean long-staple cotton and traditional flat-weave techniques refined over 2,500 years. Every thread is tested under OEKO-TEX Standard 100 — the world's most trusted textile safety certification. Safe for babies, gentle on sensitive skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSize \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oversized 35\" × 71\" (90 × 180 cm) + hand-twisted fringe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine wash cold on a gentle cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLine dry (muslin loves air-drying) or tumble dry low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkip the fabric softener — muslin softens naturally with every wash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo bleach needed — OEKO-TEX certified cotton is already pure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is muslin different from a regular peshtemal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Muslin uses a finer, airier crinkle-gauze weave — even lighter than a classic flat-woven peshtemal, with a softer drape and faster dry time. It feels closer to your favorite worn-in linen than to a towel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it absorbent enough for bath use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Turkish cotton muslin absorbs quickly despite its light weight — and dries far faster than terry, so no musty smell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will the crinkle texture wash out?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No — the crinkle is woven in and pre-washed, not pressed. It relaxes slightly with use but keeps its character for the life of the towel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will the stripes fade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The stripes are woven into the fabric with dyed yarns, not printed — they never peel, crack or fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How big is it really?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: 35\" × 71\" (90 × 180 cm) — larger than a standard US bath towel, big enough to wrap fully or share on the sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peshtemal-towel\"\u003epeshtemal collection\u003c\/a\u003e or the whole \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/beach-towel\"\u003ebeach towel line\u003c\/a\u003e for more stripes and colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandwoven in Denizli, Turkey. 100% Turkish cotton muslin. 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