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Best Designs
Papier Hardcover 2025 Weekly Planner
Now 15% Off
Pros
- So many designs to chose from
- Under $50
- Personalization available
- Sustainably made and packaged
You want options? Papier has them. The worst part about these planners—which are available in daily or weekly formats with spiral or hardcover bindings—is picking just one!
Dimensions: Length: 8.5 inches; width: 6 inches
Colors: 400 design options
Customer review: “This is probably the most high-quality planner I’ve ever had. The paper is luxurious and so smooth. The cover is absolutely gorgeous. I highly recommend!”
Best Leather
Aspinal of London 2025 A5 Week to View Leather Diary
Now 26% Off
Pros
- Personalization available
- Handmade
- Genuine leather
Cons
- Hourly time slots create a rigid template
Aspinal of London is one of my go-to brands for gifting, and this weekly planner is perfect for the organization lover in your life.
Dimensions: Length: 8.5 inches; width: 6 inches
Colors: 10 options
Best Fashion Lover-Approved
Midori A5 2025 Diary
Now 12% Off
Pros
- Minimal templates for maximum freedom
- Under $50
Cons
- Might be too minimal for some
Remember The Row’s no-phone policy at its spring/summer 2025 show? This was the notebook placed on every attendee’s seat. Midori has somewhat of a cult following, and evidently that includes the Olsen twins.
Dimensions: Length: 8.2 inches; width: 5.8 inches
Colors: Cream
Customer review: “I’ve been using this on repeat for a few years. It’s comfortable to write on, and it’s so easy to use.”
Editor’s Choice
Hobonichi Techo A6 2025 Planner – English Version
Pros
- Compact
- Minimal templates for maximum freedom
Cons
- Some may not like the formatting
This is the planner that senior fashion commerce editor Dale Arden Chong buys every year. If you’re looking for something that’s more of a journal than an hourly timetable, the Hobonichi might be the one for you.
Dimensions: Length: 5.8 inches; width: 4.1 inches
Colors: White
Customer review: “It’s great; I love it! I like the paper quality, and the whole book is light and easy to carry around. Excited to use it in the coming year!”
Best Weekly
Royce New York Monogrammed Executive Weekly Leather Calendar Planner
Pros
- Personalized
- Includes pen and pen loop
- Refillable cover
If you can find one that works well for you, there’s nothing better than a refillable planner.
Dimensions: Length: 8.5 inches; width: 6.5 inches
Colors: 13 options
Customer review: “This planner will last a lifetime. It is absolutely gorgeous. The calendar itself is a wonderful, functional design with monthly and daily calendars. It is a pleasure to use.”
Most Luxurious
Louis Vuitton Medium Ring Agenda Cover
I’m not sure why I didn’t think of treating myself to a refillable designer cover before now, but better late than never.
Dimensions: Length: 7.1 inches; width: 5.5 inches
Colors: Monogram, Damier Ebene, Epi Leather, Damier Graphite Canvas, Taiga Leather
How to Find the Right Planner for You
I can’t overstate how much this comes down to personal preference. There are so many small factors to consider, a few of which I’m breaking down below. If you’ve spent years testing and trying different agendas, you probably have an idea of what you like. If not, there’s only one way to find out. You might have to play around until you find the right one for you. Embrace the chance to be selective! Here are a few key elements to consider when purchasing a planner:
- Are you looking for daily, weekly, or monthly layouts? Most styles contain a combination of these.
- Do you like spiral binding?
- What size are you looking for? I like to have plenty of room to write things out, so pocket-sized diaries are not a good match for me. But if you’re looking for something you can keep in your purse, that’s important to take into account. Many of the options in this list are standard A5 or A6 paper sized, but you can also find compact or jumbo planners, too.
- Would you prefer soft or hard cover?
- How do you intend to use your planner? Depending on your answer, you may want to look for agendas with specific formatting. For example, if keeping track of scheduling and meetings is important, you might want a daily planner that has hourly time slots. Personally, I like mine to have room for open note taking, where I can track things like exercise, meal plans, and to-do lists.
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