Simons Maison
Contrasting Leaves Organic Cotton Reversible Towels
The Contrasting Leaves Organic Cotton Reversible Towels are a set of bathroom towels (facecloth, guest towel, hand towel, bath towel, and bath sheet) made from 100% organic cotton terry with a 500 GSM weight. Designed in Canada and made in Portugal, they feature a reversible contrasting leaf pattern in natural tones and include a hanging loop (except on the facecloth). Available dimensions range from 12" x 12" for the facecloth to 35.5" x 65" for the bath sheet.
- Category
- Home & Garden > Bathroom Accessories
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- 100% organic cotton
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Bathroom Accessories
Product Insights
The Contrasting Leaves Organic Cotton Reversible Towels combine 500 GSM organic cotton with a price that matches conventional towels while undercutting premium organic by 90%, offering a chemical-reduced alternative. However, achieving full absorbency demands a 24-hour cold soak before first use, and ongoing performance relies on avoiding fabric softeners and bleach, with initial lint shedding expected to diminish after washes.
Verified claims
- Weight balance
- Standard 500 GSM weight that balances absorbency and drying time.
- Break-in
- A 24-hour cold soak before first use is required for full absorbency.
- Value
- At $10 CAD, it undercuts premium organic by 90% and matches conventional towel pricing.
- Chemical safety
- 100% organic cotton, processed and grown with fewer irritating chemicals.
- Care
- Avoid fabric softeners and bleach to preserve absorbency and skin-friendliness.
- Lint shedding
- Initial lint shedding is common and decreases after a few washes.
Product record
- Title
- Contrasting Leaves Organic Cotton Reversible Towels
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 10 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Care tips to keep organic cotton towels plush and absorbent
- Filling the washing machine drum beyond three-quarters full starves the towels of the water and space needed for a thorough rinse, leaving behind detergent residues that stiffen the cotton over time — a loosely packed load ensures that every towel emerges residue-free and soft.
- Tumble drying on high heat or leaving towels inside until they are bone-dry can overheat and embrittle the organic cotton fibers, so a low-heat cycle with removal while slightly damp is the safest way to retain the towel’s suppleness and extend its usable life.
- Organic cotton terry arrives in a tightly closed, less absorbent state because it skips the chemical softening agents applied to conventional textiles — a 24-hour soak in cold water before first use opens and expands the fibers, allowing the towel to reach its full absorbency from the very first dry-off rather than gradually over several washes.
- Bleach chemically weakens cotton fibers and permanently diminishes absorbency, whereas a natural stain-fighting wash with ¼ cup of baking soda and one cup of white vinegar lifts discoloration while preserving the fabric’s integrity.
- Washing organic cotton terry at a low 30–40°C preserves the natural fiber strength and minimizes shrinkage — higher temperatures can cause the dense 500 GSM pile to mat and lose the plush hand feel that defines its comfort.
- A vigorous shake before washing separates the terry loops so detergent can reach all surfaces, and a shake right after drying re-lofts the flattened pile — this simple, cost-free habit maintains the 500 GSM volume and prevents a compressed, lifeless appearance.
- In hard-water regions, dissolved calcium and magnesium bind to organic cotton and can reduce absorbency by up to 50% over repeated washes, but adding just 1 tablespoon of citric acid per load chelates those minerals and prevents the stiff, scratchy buildup that otherwise plagues untreated cottons.
- Fabric softeners deposit a waxy coating that seals the cotton fibers and blocks their natural absorbency; replacing softener with a ½ cup of white vinegar in the rinse cycle chemically strips away residue and keeps the pile fluffy without any compromise.
- Organic cotton lacks chemical antibacterial agents, so it must dry completely between uses to inhibit odor-causing bacteria; hanging the towel fully extended on a bar rather than folded or on a hook lets air reach every part of the 500 GSM pile, allowing it to stay fresh through the recommended three-use washing interval.
How this towel compares to similarly priced organic options
- Premium GOTS-certified organic bath towels can cost $89 each (Avocado), meaning the 10 CAD entry point for this collection—less than one-tenth of that price—creates a low-stakes way to experience organic cotton textiles without the usual investment.
- M&S's non-organic cotton leaf towel, also with a tactile pattern and 550 GSM, sells for £5.85–£7.50 (≈10–13 CAD), so the Simons organic leaves collection starts at essentially the same price and carries no detectable organic surcharge.
Why 100% organic cotton in a towel
- 100% organic cotton terry is processed with fewer irritating chemicals and fragrances than conventional towels, a direct benefit for anyone with eczema, allergies, or sensitive skin that translates to a noticeably calmer post-shower experience.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A neatly stacked set of terry towels with a contrasting leaf pattern in neutral beige and cream tones, shown folded and layered on a wooden shelf. Visible features include terry loop texture, finished hemmed edges, and reversible lighter-on-darker leaf motif on towel faces.
- Stacked folded towelsMultiple towels of different folded sizes are stacked one on top of another; larger folded pieces form the base with progressively smaller folded items on top.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.36 · w 0.84 · h 0.53 (high) - Terry loop surfaceTowels display a dense terry loop texture visible across all exposed faces, producing a soft, absorbent appearance with small looped pile.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.40 · w 0.70 · h 0.45 (high) - Contrasting leaf jacquard patternA tonal leaf pattern appears across the towel surfaces, with lighter leaf shapes contrasted against a slightly darker ground, arranged irregularly but continuous across folded layers.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.62 · w 0.76 · h 0.27 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.44 · w 0.48 · h 0.20 (medium) - Finished hemmed edgesVisible narrow hemmed binding runs along towel edges; hems are a slightly lighter solid color than the towel ground and have a flat woven appearance.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.86 · w 0.80 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.48 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (medium) - Top small folded piecesAtop the stack are two smaller folded cloths with visible rolled or tuck-fold edges, appearing thinner and smaller in footprint than the towels beneath.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio-styled scene with a wooden shelf and neutral textured plaster walls; directional soft light from upper left casts a shadow down the back wall and gentle highlights on towel pile.
- Wooden shelf propA light wood flat shelf supports the towel stack; shelf surface is visible beneath the towels and extends left to right across the lower third of the image.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.72 · w 0.90 · h 0.18 (high) - Textured plaster wallsBackground consists of two adjoining textured plaster walls in neutral beige tones meeting at a vertical corner behind the towels; surfaces show subtle variations and trowel marks.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.70 · h 0.80 (medium); x 0.70 · y 0.00 · w 0.30 · h 0.95 (medium) - Directional lighting and shadowSoft directional light comes from the upper left, creating a triangular shadow on the back wall and soft highlights on the towel pile that emphasize texture.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.48 · h 0.55 (high) - No visible text or labelingThere are no legible printed labels, tags, or text visible on the towels or in the scene.
Colors
warm beige· towel ground#C4B39Csoft cream· leaf patternpale ivory· hem binding#EBE4DB- Stacked folded towelsMultiple towels of different folded sizes are stacked one on top of another; larger folded pieces form the base with progressively smaller folded items on top.
- 02
Product
A close-up view of a neat stack of folded terry bath towels showing looped-pile texture, folded edges and a subtle contrasting leaf pattern in a lighter tone.
- Stacked folded towelsMultiple towels folded and stacked vertically with visible layered fold edges and rounded folded corners; top towel is a narrow fold, lower towels are thicker folds creating a stepped stack.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high) - Terry loop textureDense terry looped fabric visible across all towel faces, showing individual loop highlights and shadows that indicate a soft, plush surface.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.20 · w 0.80 · h 0.62 (high) - Folded edge detailVisible hemmed/folded edges with slight piping on the lower-most towel and a turned edge on the mid towels; edges create narrow linear highlights along the folds.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.72 · w 0.88 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.40 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (medium) - Subtle leaf patternA tone-on-tone leaf or botanical motif appears as lighter shapes against the main towel ground, visible on the front-facing towel surfaces and partially on the lower towel.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.54 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.46 · h 0.20 (medium)
Other
Studio-style closeup with neutral background and soft directional lighting from upper left producing highlights and gentle shadows; shallow depth of field keeps towels in focus while background is smooth and unobtrusive.
- Shot compositionTowels occupy nearly the entire frame, photographed at a slight downward angle showing stacked layers; image crops some edges of the stack at left and right.
- BackgroundSmooth warm brown background that is out of focus and free of visible props or packaging.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.96 · h 0.30 (medium) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from the upper left creates small bright highlights on the looped pile and soft shadows between folded layers.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution close-up with clear texture detail and no visible text or labels; colors appear warm and slightly desaturated by lighting.
Colors
warm beige· towel ground#D4C3AClight cream· leaf pattern- Stacked folded towelsMultiple towels folded and stacked vertically with visible layered fold edges and rounded folded corners; top towel is a narrow fold, lower towels are thicker folds creating a stepped stack.
- 03
Product
Close-up of a reversible terry towel showing a raised leaf jacquard pattern, a sewn hanging loop, and a bound corner revealing the towel's reverse side and edge binding.
- Terry textureDense looped terry surface visible across the image with high-pile loops forming the towel face.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.05 · w 0.94 · h 0.63 (high) - Jacquard leaf patternReversed-contrast leaf motif created by differing loop heights and directions, with lighter leaf shapes against a slightly darker background.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.56 (high) - Hanging loopA fabric hanging loop sewn into the towel near a corner; loop is flat woven and folded upward in the shot.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.54 · w 0.16 · h 0.11 (high) - Bound corner and folded edgeCorner of the towel folded back to show the bound edge; binding is a plain-woven tape folded over the towel edge and stitched.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.63 · w 0.36 · h 0.33 (high) - Reversible surface contrastVisible reversal where the folded corner shows the pattern invert with the previously lighter areas now appearing darker, indicating reversible jacquard construction.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.68 · w 0.30 · h 0.23 (medium)
Other
Studio close-up photograph with soft directional lighting from the top right producing gentle shadows and highlights that emphasize terry texture and pattern.
- Shot compositionTight detail crop filling the frame with towel surface; main focus around the hanging loop and folded corner.
- LightingSoft directional light coming from the upper-right area creating subtle highlights on loop tops and soft shadows in loop valleys.
- Shadows and depthShadow under the raised loop and along the folded corner provides depth and reveals pile height differences.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.56 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (medium)
Colors
light beige· background ground of towel#C4B4A3cream· leaf motifmuted beige· binding and hanging loop#C4B4A3- Terry textureDense looped terry surface visible across the image with high-pile loops forming the towel face.
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Customer Reviews
6 total6 reviews · out of 5
Very satisfied
Adding a beautiful touch to my main bathroom
Very pretty towels
Loved that they’re reversible. Great for my redecorated bathroom.
Très satisfaite
Belle qualité de ratine, et je peux les placer à l'endroit où à l'envers, sont réversibles !
Hand Towel
Lovely design & colour. Could be a bit thicker & plush to become the perfect hand towel.
Nice quality
I only bought one hand towel, but the quality is good. I prefer a less plush towel and this is perfect for me. It's still a bit linty after the first wash and use, but that will diminish with further washes.
Cotton sheet
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Q&A
2 answered- How does the towel's weight (500 GSM) affect drying time and daily use compared to lighter (300-400 GSM) or heavier (600+ GSM) towels?
- At 500 GSM, this towel falls in the standard range for quality home towels — a good balance of absorbency, feel, and practicality [1]. Compared to lighter 300-400 GSM towels (which dry quickly but feel thin) [1], these are thicker and more absorbent. Versus heavier 600+ GSM towels (noticeably thicker but slower to dry) [1], 500 GSM dries faster and is easier to manage in daily use [2].
- Has the towel been pre-washed or treated to reduce lint shedding in the first few washes?
- The product details do not specify any pre-washing or anti-lint treatment. As with most 100% organic cotton terry towels, some initial lint shedding is common and typically decreases after a few washes.