A man has been shocked after fierce debate online over what the purpose of embroidering and borders on a towel are for.

Some people think that the area below the line on a towel is used for wiping your behind, but here's the real reason ...

For days now the internet has weighed in on this one question: What are the embroidered stripes on towels for? Software ...

“It’s called ‘The dobby border,’ and it reinforces the fabric, prevents fraying, adds a decorative touch, and helps with folding. It’s also less absorbent due to its tighter ...

It all began when Nate McGrady took to X to ask a simple yet intriguing question: What is the purpose of the embroidered ...

Ever noticed the horizontal lines at the edge of a towel? While they may seem purely decorative, these lines - known as dobby borders - play a crucial role in enhancing the towel’s durability, shape, ...

The dobby border also helps the towel hold its shape when it’s washed multiple times. Plus, it’s there for decorative ...