If you and your kids love going out for beach days and are looking for an easy way to keep your kids cosy, dry, and protected from the sun, then hooded towels may just be the perfect solution for you.
Learn all about hooded towels and how they can make beach days with kids so much easier.
Introduction to Hooded Towels
What Are Hooded Towels?
The simplest way to describe a hooded towel is that it’s very much like a beach towel but designed as a wearable piece of clothing that includes a hoodie.
So, instead of carrying beach towels around whenever you head to the beach, pool, or go camping, you can easily wear a hooded towel and free up your hands.
Key Features of Hooded Towels
Some key features you’ll find in our range of hooded towels include the following:
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Whether you opt for a standard hooded towel or a Turkish hooded towel, both are made with quality and breathable types of cotton - the standard uses 100% cotton terry fabric on the inside and a cut pile on the outside; the Turkish hooded towel uses quality Turkish cotton.
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Both styles of hooded towels, thanks to their use of cotton, are absorbent and quick-drying.
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All hooded towels include pouches and pockets where you can store belongings:
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The standard hooded towel includes a kangaroo pouch at the front.
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The Pro version of the hooded towel includes the kangaroo pouch, a zip pocket on the front, and a concealed zip pocket on the inside.
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The Turkish hooded towel includes a kangaroo pouch on the front and two zipped pockets on either side.
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Custom embroidery can be added for an extra personal touch.
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All of our hooded towels come with a free swim bag.
Benefits of Using Hooded Towels at the Beach
Quick Drying and Warmth
No matter the time of year, there’s a hooded towel to suit you and your kids. Our standard hooded towel provides ample warmth during the cooler months thanks to its plush cotton design, while the lightweight and breathable cotton of our Turkish hooded towels is perfect for summer outings.
No matter the hooded towel you opt for, the cotton construction means they’re both highly absorbent and quick-drying compared to many other fabrics.
UV Protection for Children
Hooded towels are a great option for staying safe in the sun. As they cover your head, entire torso and down to your knees or ankles (depending on sizing), they’re a fantastic means of protecting your kids and yourself on those days when the UV rating is sky-high.
An Easy Way to Change in Public
Hooded towels also make it so much easier for you and your kids to change in and out of your togs in public places like a beach or pool. You can easily switch gear while the hooded towel keeps you covered.
How Hooded Towels Simplify Parenting on Beach Days
Less to Pack and Carry
With hooded towels, you cut down on the need to pack and carry so many things with you. Let’s say, for example, you’re a family of four. Instead of having to pack four beach towels with you which then need to be carried everywhere, you can all just slip on a hooded towel and be covered for the day. And with kangaroo pouches and pockets to boot, you can easily secure your belongings in your hooded towel as well.
Keeping Kids Happy and Comfortable
Not to toot our own horn, but our hooded towels are really cosy. Whether your children are wearing a kids' hooded towel or a kids' hooded Turkish towel, they’ll be nice and comfy - and comfy kids make for happy kids.
Multipurpose Uses Beyond Just Drying Off
Hooded towels don’t just make it easy to dry off and stay comfortable. They’re also fantastic for changing in and out of togs in public spaces, make for a great wearable blanket or hoodie alternative, and are the perfect fit for kids (and adults alike) for some extra cosiness while camping or even lazing around at home. If you have a pool and your kids love going for regular dips, a hooded towel can be your best friend.
Choosing the Right Hooded Towel
Materials and Texture
As noted, all of our hooded towels utilise cotton. The standard hooded towel is incredibly plush and can feel like being immersed in a coat of plush pillows. The Turkish hooded towel is soft, but thin and lightweight. It’s a nice gentle covering that is perfect for NZ’s warmer months. We encourage you to chat with your kids and ask them which style of hooded towel sounds the most appealing to them.
Size and Fit for Different Age Groups
When choosing the right size, it’s best to view our sizing page. It provides visuals of how different sizes will fit, as well as comprehensive measurement guidelines for kids and adults of all sizes and builds.
Style and Design Options
Styles differ between our types of hooded towels. The hooded Turkish towels are defined by faded colour profiles and white horizontal strips, while the standard hooded towels come in a range of solid colours, from light blues to deep purples and blacks.
Additional personal flair can be added through embroidery or more comprehensive custom ponchos.