Bathroom.

If you’re moving out on your own for the first time or you’re wondering how many towels and bath mats you actually need, you’re in the right place. We recommend that you have three sets of towels per person – one to use, one to have in your cupboard (or wherever you store your towels) and one in the wash. What’s in a set? Your choice of a bath towel or sheet (if you like to be cocooned in a towel when you’re out of the shower, go for a bath sheet), a hand towel and a face cloth. You might find that your towels need washing more regularly or that you find yourself without one – that’s a sign you need to get another set!

Read more in our towel buying guide.

how to pick bathroom accessories.

Wondering which colour to go for? There are several things to consider. What’s your bathroom’s style? All white? The perfect opportunity to add a splash of colour! Jewel tones add an element of opulence and warmth, whereas blush pinks and ochre yellows will give a modern feel.

If your bathroom has colour in it already, choose towels that complement that colour. You might have a sky blue bathroom, so you could pair that with sandy, white or gold coloured towels. Or perhaps you have a beige bathroom – why not lean into the neutrals and got for darker and lighter towels in the same colour? And remember, you don’t have to go for the same shade – you can mix and match colours!