I am still using my pocket Damier Louis Vuitton planner and used the themed stickers for my dashboard. I love paper planners mainly because I easily suffer from overwhelm when several things come in at once, and writing things down makes me feel in control.
Despite that, I could not resist this charity shop find. I do not use personal size anymore but it was in such great condition that I could not resist. The inserts are dated 1986, making this planner at least 40 years old, though it doesn’t look like it has ever been used. It definitely has a 1980s look to it.
Oh my goodness, what a beautiful binder, it looks brand new! Such an incredible find. I don’t know of anyone else who stumbles on so many wonderful treasures that are almost always in great condition.
I think I’ve reached the tough decision to start letting go of most of my binders. I love them, but it’s time for others to enjoy them. They deserve to be used, even if just one month a year, not just stored indefinitely behind glass for viewing. However, that being said, the binders have probably been the best conversation starter of anything else in our home.
People are amazed and intrigued that there is an international subculture of paper planner aficionados. They aren’t surprised that anyone would collect them, but are always stunned to learn that there are so many active users.
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I have been downsizing my planner collection for a while now. Many of my beloved rarities have found new homes with people who will use them them. Since I downsized from A5 to personal and now to pocket, I feel sad for the beauties that are just sitting on the shelf. I know I will never use them.
Lucky you! I very rarely find planners that I like. The Filofaxes for sale in the UK are very poor quality compared to how they used to be. The leather feels like plastic.