What we like: Our budget pick for the best terry-cloth bath towel. The closest alternative we’ve found to our top terry-cloth pick (and way cheaper). Softest, most plush towel we’ve tested under $20. Absorbent and dries surprisingly fast. Smooth on the body and soft on the face.

Major holiday sales are kicking off this week, starting with Target's on Sunday. Why it matters: Consumers are set to benefit from steep discounts ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday as the election and a late Thanksgiving push stores to launch promotions earlier.