Manchester, England. Henry Christy, son of renowned weavers and doublers, is inspired by a sample of terry towelling and engineers the first industrial terry loom to bring fluffy towels to the world.

Pioneering poolside style.Christy unveils towelling wraps at the Toronto National Exhibition, introducing stylish, functional cover-ups a century ahead of the modern beach robe trend.

A splash of colour.Breaking away from the era’s white-only towels, Christy’s innovation in fabric dyes brings a spectrum of vibrant hues to the towel world for the very first time.

Back to the looms.With wartime closures leaving a gap in the market, Christy answers the British national need for towels, restarting production to help meet demand during difficult times.

An iconic moment.Marking 100 years of craftsmanship, Christy’s Fairfield Mill, Manchester, UK, becomes the backdrop for a photo series with model and post-war icon, Barbara Goalen.

Era-defining designs.In tune with the verve of the swinging sixties, Christy towels take on bold prints and lively patterns, transforming a household essential into a contemporary design statement.

Reinventing the home.Pushing textile innovation forward, Christy partners with Pierre Cardin to introduce a futuristic sheeting blend that requires little ironing, fusing function with fashion.

Game, set, match.Christy begins its enduring partnership with Wimbledon, crafting the iconic Championships towels that have become a cherished piece of sporting history.

Luxurious layers.With the launch of Christy bed linen, the brand brings the same attention to detail and luxury to the bedroom, combining elegant craftsmanship with supreme comfort.