Showers can be utilitarian, or they can feel like an escape. That’s why having the softest bath towels on hand is a must for a transition into the real world. The last thing I want is a raggedy towel breaking the spell of relaxation. Like quality bedding that is often qualified by thread count, the plushest towels have a substantial weight that balances absorbency with their quick-drying prowess. The density of the weave is determined by GSM (grams per square meter). A higher number goes hand-in-hand with the luxurious feel of bathroom towels found in fancy hotels. For reference, sheets tend to range between 150 and 250 GSM, and most of the towels on this list are at least 500 GSM.…