MAREORA / GREEK-DESIGNED TEXTILES
The Greek Summer, Beautifully Woven
A beautifully simple textile with countless possibilities. Use a woven pestemal as a beach or bath towel, a breezy wrap, a picnic layer, a travel companion or an effortless accent at home. Greek-designed for everyday Mediterranean living.
Explore the collectionBEACH / BATH / WRAP / PICNIC / HOME
Beautifully lightweightEasy to bring from home to holiday
More than a towelWrap, picnic layer, bath and beach essential
Designed in GreeceMediterranean patterns and colors
THE COLLECTION
A little more Greek summer.
Explore pieces for the beach and beyond: a towel after your swim, a sarong on a sunny afternoon, a picnic companion or a beautiful everyday home textile.
01 / LIGHTWEIGHT FAVORITES
Woven Pestemals
Lightweight cotton classics made for beach days, bath time, travel wraps, picnics and thoughtful home styling.
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02 / FOR LONG BEACH DAYS
Beach Towels
Soft, versatile beach towels for swimming, poolside lounging, weekend escapes and everyday bathing.
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03 / FINISHING TOUCHES
Beach Accessories
Beautifully useful extras for keeping your everyday essentials organized.
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One beautifully woven pestemal can accompany an entire day: a towel after an early swim, a relaxed cover-up at the beach, a picnic layer in the afternoon and a light throw when the evening turns cool. At home, use it in the bathroom, on a table or as a soft decorative accent. It is the effortless simplicity that makes this textile so special.
EVERY PIECE, BEAUTIFULLY CHOSEN
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Explore every woven design, hybrid beach towel and travel accessory. Choose a favorite color and discover the many ways to take it from the beach to the bath, the picnic blanket or your home.
01 / CLASSIC TEXTILES
The Woven Collection
Lightweight woven cotton pestemals for drying off, wrapping up, picnicking, packing lightly and bringing a relaxed touch to home decor.
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02 / BEACH DAY ESSENTIALS
The Beach Towel Edit
Soft hybrid towels for swimming, bathing, travel and leisurely afternoons beside the water.
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03 / THE FINISHING TOUCH
Beach Accessories
Practical accessories to help you carry the essentials beautifully.
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MAREORA / Beach Accessories
Nécessaire (Beach Pouch)
Cotton exterior · waterproof lining
From $39.95
BEAUTIFUL AND PRACTICAL
One textile. So many ways to use it.
A pestemal is not just a beach towel. It is an adaptable, lightweight textile you can pack, wear, spread out, display and enjoy in different ways throughout the year.
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Beach & Pool
Dry off after swimming, spread it across the sand or drape it over a lounger without the bulk of a thick towel.
02
Bath & Spa
Make it your everyday bath towel or bring it along for spa days, sauna visits and relaxed post-shower moments.
03
Travel & Weekends
Slip one into a carry-on, gym bag or weekend tote. A versatile textile takes up less space on the go.
04
Sarong & Cover-Up
Wrap it around your waist after a swim or drape it over your shoulders as a light layer on breezy summer days.
05
Picnics & Outdoors
Unfold it for a relaxed afternoon in the park, a seaside picnic or a comfortable spot to sit outdoors.
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At Home
Style it as a table runner, a lightweight decorative throw or an inviting accent in a guest bathroom.
DESIGNED WITH MEDITERRANEAN CHARACTER
From Greece, with a sense of place.
Our pestemals are selected from MAREORA, a Greek design house inspired by the colors, textures and geometric traditions of Mediterranean life. Their simplicity allows each piece to move effortlessly between beach towel, everyday bath essential, summer wrap and home accent.
Mareora combines Greek design and cotton with the specialist weaving expertise of Turkish mills, honoring the heritage of the traditional pestemal while creating pieces for modern living.
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GOOD TO KNOW
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a pestemal?
A pestemal is a flat-woven, lightweight textile with roots in traditional hammam culture. Today it is used as a beach or bath towel, lightweight wrap, travel companion and versatile fabric around the home.
What else can I use a pestemal for?
Beyond drying off, a woven pestemal can be worn as a sarong or shoulder wrap, spread out as a picnic layer, brought to yoga or the gym, styled as a decorative throw or used as a relaxed table runner. Choose the size, weave and weight that suit your intended use.
How is a pestemal different from a conventional beach towel?
Traditional pestemals are typically thinner and more compact than thick terry cloth towels, making them easier to pack and often faster to dry. Our Eva and Mike beach towels combine a woven pestemal side with a more traditional towel side.
Are the pestemals made from cotton?
The current Mareora woven pestemals and beach towels in our collection are made from cotton. The Nécessaire pouch has a cotton exterior with a separate waterproof polyester lining. Please consult each product page for full material details.
Can I select a color or pattern?
Yes. Many of our pestemal designs come in multiple colors. Select a product and choose the available color option on its product page before adding it to your cart.
How should I care for my pestemal?
Always follow the care instructions for your particular piece. Our Eva and Mike beach towels recommend a gentle warm-water wash and low-heat tumble dry. Allow your textiles to dry thoroughly before storing.
Where are Mareora pestemals made?
Mareora is a Greek design company. Its designs are developed in Greece and the company works with specialist weaving mills in Turkey, reflecting the craft traditions behind the original hammam textile.