The espresso color is exactly as pictured, and the towel dried my hands quickly without feeling rough. It's thick and absorbent, though it did shed a bit of lint after the first wash—nothing major, but worth noting.
Leo★★★★☆
The terry weave is nice and plush without being too bulky, which makes it absorbent but still quick-drying. I do wish the espresso shade was a bit deeper in person, but it's a solid towel that feels well-made.
Violet★★★★☆
The deep espresso colour is exactly what I wanted for the guest bath, and the 650GSM terry feels luxuriously thick. It absorbs water well and dries quickly, though I wish it were just a touch bigger for drying my hands fully.