First, The cover of this planner almost feels leather-like which I really like. It measures approximately 8" by 11". There are  index tabs for each month and plenty of room to jot down your appointments, birthdays, and anything else you may need to jot down. There's an extra place that is like graft paper for side notes or whatever you'd like to use it for. This planner is large but thin. If you wanted to, you could probably punch holes in it and stick it in a binder. I will probably end up putting this in a binder just because I think it would easily get bent up if it isn't in some type of protective case. It's thinner than my monthly wall calendar. It would do well if you tend to carry a briefcase. Other than that, I don't see this planner as one that can be carried around in your purse or backpack.