Fabric comparison
Snuggle Hug Towel fabric and muslin cotton come up together a lot when parents are picking baby clothes and wraps. They belong to different textile families: one is a thick, looped toweling cloth built for soaking up water, the other is a thin, open-weave cotton built for airflow. Both have a real place in a baby's wardrobe, just not the same place.
By Vanessa & Bob, Epic in Bali · Updated 2 September 2026
| Snuggle Hug Towel | Muslin Cotton Set | |
|---|---|---|
| Fibre & construction | Snuggle Hug Towel fabric is woven with a thick, looped pile, the same basic structure as a bath towel, so the yarn sits close together with loops on the surface. | Muslin cotton is woven in an open, loose weave, with visible gaps between the threads instead of a dense pile. |
| Breathability | The tight loop pile holds warmth against the skin, which helps in a cool room but limits how much air moves through the fabric. | The open weave lets air pass through easily, which is why muslin cotton stays breathable even when layered. |
| Weight & feel | It is noticeably heavier and thicker to the touch, closer to a towel than a shirt. | It is light and thin, with a soft drape that moves with the baby instead of sitting stiff. |
| Hot-weather performance | In warm or humid weather, the density that makes it absorbent also makes it slower to release heat. | In warm or humid weather, the gaps in the weave help heat escape, which is the main reason parents reach for muslin in hot climates. |
| Softness & durability | The pile starts soft and stays absorbent wash after wash, though the loops can flatten with heavy use over time. | Muslin cotton softens with every wash and gets gentler on the skin the more it is used. It also creases easily, which is normal and doesn't affect how it wears. |
| Best for | Snuggle Hug Towel fabric suits drying off after a bath, hooded swaddle towels, or anything that needs to soak up water. | Muslin cotton suits everyday wear, especially in warm climates, where staying cool matters more than absorbency. |
Choose Snuggle Hug Towel if you want a thick, absorbent fabric for bath time or a warm swaddle rather than everyday clothing.
Choose Muslin Cotton Set if you want light, breathable clothing that stays comfortable in warm weather and softens with every wash.