I don't want to get too crazy here because they're just bath mats, but (for some unexplained reasons) I'm very picky about bathroom decor and these exceeded my expectations. They're soft and plush without being too thick and soaking up water like a sponge. There's just something really icky about coming home 12 hours after taking a shower and stepping on squishy mat that is still soaked from the morning. I also love the slight color variation with the stripes. It adds a little additional color and texture to the mats, while still keeping the look very simple.