Wholesale Turkish Towels in Bulk: A Buying Guide for Promotional Programs
The short answer: to buy Turkish towels in bulk for a branded program, decide first between stock (fastest) and made to order (custom colors and woven logos), then confirm fiber content, size, weight and certification in writing, and pick the logo method. Riviera keeps 50,000 to 100,000 units on hand in Santa Barbara for distributors and weaves made-to-order designs in Buldan and Denizli, Turkey.
Key takeaways
- Stock is the fastest route; made to order is the most personal.
- Insist on fiber content, size, weight and certification in writing.
- Pre-washed, yarn-dyed towels keep their size and color through washing.
- Plan packaging with the towels, not after: wrap bands, tags and boxes.
What is a Turkish towel?
A Turkish towel, or peshtemal, is a flat-woven cotton towel from Turkey's hammam tradition. It is thinner than terry, dries fast, folds small and softens with every wash. Our full explainer is What Is a Turkish Towel?, and peshtemal vs terry covers when each wins.
Stock or made to order?
| Route | Timing | Best when |
|---|---|---|
| Stock in California | Fastest | Tight dates, refills, embroidery on a stocked color |
| Stock held in Turkey | Ships in 7 to 10 days | Planned orders with a little breathing room |
| Made to order in Turkey | About two weeks of production | Custom colors, woven logos, bespoke designs |
Transit time depends on destination and shipping method. Check stock by style and color on Live Inventory.
Five quality checks before you buy in bulk
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Fiber: 100% Turkish cotton, unless you choose a labeled recycled blend such as Eco Stripe Turkish Towel - Cotton & rPET Fibers - RT754
. - Pre-washed: pre-washed towels are softer out of the box and shrink less after the first wash.
- Yarn-dyed: color is in the yarn before weaving, so stripes stay vivid.
- Finish: hand-tied tassels hold up better than machine-twisted fringe.
- Certification: ask for an OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certificate number. Ours is 309234, and our mills are amfori BSCI audited.
Best-selling styles to start with
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Essential Turkish Towel - RT005
: our everyday Turkish towel in a wide range of colors. -
Biarritz Turkish Towel - RT004
: a classic cabana stripe. -
Sorrento Turkish Towel - RT022
and Santa Barbara Turkish Towel RT014
: striped peshtemals with a coastal feel. -
Custom Jacquard Woven Turkish Towel - RT089
: the logo woven into the cloth. -
Custom Turkish Travel Towels - Jacquard Woven - RT883
: a woven travel towel for city and destination programs.
For something more distinctive, the Inspiration collection has original designs woven to order from 50 units.
A woven Turkish towel for Grand Marnier.
Adding the logo
Bulk Turkish towels take a logo three ways: woven into the cloth (jacquard), embroidered, or printed on the wrap band and tags. See how to add your logo to a Turkish towel and custom towel packaging.
Browse all custom towels, custom beach towels or wholesale Turkish towels.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy Turkish towels in bulk with a logo?
Promotional products distributors can order Riviera Turkish towels in bulk from RivieraGift, from stock in Santa Barbara or made to order in Turkey, with logos woven, embroidered or printed.
How do I tell a real Turkish towel from a copy?
Check the label for 100% Turkish cotton, look for a tight, even flat weave and hand-tied tassels, and ask the supplier for fiber content and certifications in writing.
What size is a standard Turkish beach towel?
About 40 x 70 inches. Hand towels and tea towels are smaller, and blankets come in 50 x 60, 70 x 80 and 88 x 92 inches.
Is buying from stock or made to order better for bulk towels?
Stock is faster and suits tight dates and refills. Made to order takes about two weeks of production in Turkey and gives you custom colors, woven logos and bespoke designs.
Are Turkish towels good for promotional giveaways?
Yes. They are light, quick-drying and fold small, so they ship efficiently, and recipients keep them for the beach, gym, spa and travel.
