I bought it for the gym and it is excellent! Folded, it literally fits in the pocket of my workout clothes and its specific dimensions of 100x50 make it ideal for placing it on gym equipment without slipping, as well as for showering after the workout, as it is incredibly absorbent, wraps around my waist without falling, and dries very quickly. It is very thin, lightweight, and soft, and the colors are exactly as shown in the photos (I have the blue and gray ones). The carrying case is very practical for protecting the rest of my belongings if the towel gets wet in a bag, and it also has holes for ventilation and simultaneous drying. My gym bag now has plenty of free space and is not bulky like before when I used to carry two regular towels. I will order it in other sizes as well, I am thrilled.