Graetchen is our all-around towel! With its classic elegance, itâs great in the bathroom, on the beach, in the swimming pool, for yoga, in the sauna or simply as a throw at home or at a picnic. The timeless herringbone pattern is stylish and gives the fabric a fluid elasticity. Graetchen has a light and a dark side - and we mean that literally. The traditional weave acts like a film strip, creating a negative effect on the back.