July is starting, and though it may seem early, it's the best time to think about next year's planner. The best ones disappear before September, and choosing calmly makes the difference between a planner you use all year and one that ends up in a drawer by the second week.
Weekly view or daily page: which one do you need?
It all depends on how you fill your days.
If your days are light on tasks but you need to see the whole week at a glance (exams, deadlines, activities), the weekly view is your format. It gives you perspective without overwhelming you.
If, on the other hand, each day brings several tasks, notes, and reminders, a daily page planner gives you the space you need so you don't have to squeeze your handwriting or go outside the margins.
Size matters more than it seems
An A5 planner fits in any backpack and is the most versatile option for daily use. If you're also going to use it as a notebook or project planner, the A4 format gives you more space per page, although it weighs more and takes up more space.
Choose a design that makes you want to open it
This is not a whim: research on study habits confirms that tools we find visually appealing are used more often. A planner with a design that truly represents you is more likely to be opened every morning instead of left closed.
At Billy Paper, the 2026-2027 planners come with designs ranging from floral and romantic to minimalist, so there's an option for every personality.
A trick to make it last all year
Always choose one with a hard or semi-rigid cover if you're going to carry it daily in your backpack — softcover ones tend to bend and wear out before June.
Do you know what format you're looking for? Take a look at our complete collection of 2026-2027 planners and find yours before the most popular designs sell out.
