Genia Leather Strap Binder

I wanted to use this binder for an entire month before reviewing so as to give my open and honest opinion. Let’s start shall we?!?

Appearance: The Genia is an absolutely beautiful binder! Blue is my favorite color so I’m automatically attracted to its appearance. The cross stitching makes this binder girly yet sophisticated enough to use at work without being gaudy and unprofessional. The silver accents give this binder a subtle pop, though I’m sure gold accents could have done the same. (Silver is my preference though, so win-win)

Functionality: Where this binder exceeds in looks, it lacks in one small area. The strap, though long does not seem to hold its place when the binder is closed. Although I am not one to overstuff my binders, I might have more than the average user. Two months worth of daily pages and a few other things should not cause the strap to slowly slip when the binder is closed. A better alternative would be a hidden magnet similar to the Franklin Covey Vintage Aurora, or (I hate to say this, but) a snap. I would prefer knowing that my pages are pretty secure without entrusting the closure to a slipping strap. One other issue to mention (though not a big deal I guess) is the elastic on the pen loops seem to lose their elasticity fairly quickly. I use a Pentecostal RSVP with the removable cap, and if the pen cap isn’t hooked on the elastic, then it slides right through. Not a major deal, but maybe thicker elastic (or tighter pen loop) would help?
Aside from the strap, the inside layout is exactly what I like in a binder. The vertical card slots are a nice touch considering most compact binders are horizontal (boring). The included ring protector and zipper pouch/additional card holder were a unique and much-appreciated addition and will be well used!!

Overall, I’m giving this binder a solid 4 out of 5 only because the strap was a bit annoying. Since this is the first leather binder from Tonya Plans, I’m excited and eagerly anticipating what the next iterations of leather binders will look like!! Great job!!

As with everything from Tonya Plans, top quality, great value.

I bought this planner in a whim and LOVE IT. I love the colour. It fits perfectly into my bag and it’s big enough to hold everything. I got the compact and I am now saving up for the classic size.

Love the color and the fully functional design 🙂 another top quality product from Tonya Plans. Thank you!