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Every great thinker needs somewhere to jot down their thoughts. And what better place than an array of luxury notebooks that you can use daily?

Whether you’re brainstorming for ideas, creating to-do lists, self-care journalling or getting in your daily doodles, here are four designer notebooks to do so in style. All under the SGD500 mark, they also make for excellent gift options.

01 – Cartier Panthère De Cartier Notebook, SGD435
Wild yet elegant, Cartier’s iconic panther debuted in 1914. Since then, it has appeared extensively across the maison’s jewellery and accessory designs. Today, it even graces the cover of this luxurious hardback A5 notebook.

Stamped onto the front, gilded details and blue arabesque motifs help bring the majestic cat to life. Inside, pages of lined paper sourced from sustainably managed forests invite you to write your way into a better day. CARTIER

02 – Gucci Large Tian Print Notebook, SGD380
There’s lots to discover from Gucci’s wide range of whimsical and wondrous creations. For example, the Gucci Tian notebook that features a contemporary floral print. The motif takes inspiration from landscapes depicted on 18th century Chinese tapestry and screens.

Measuring 16 cm wide and 22.5 cm high, the notebook also showcases the maison’s innovative eco material Demetra. Soft and durable, it offers 120 lined pages and a creative space to pen down your every thought. GUCCI

03 – Louis Vuitton Clemence Notebook, SGD390
Another option to ensure you never forget your thoughts is Louis Vuitton’s iconic Clemence notebook. Wearing the iconic Monogram Canvas, it will surely look and feel right at home in your favourite Alma, Neverfull or Speedy.

For a refreshing visual twist, colourful hand-drawn details pepper the monogram pattern on this edition. And at 14 cm by 19.5 cm, you can take this lined edition, complete with a built-in bookmark, everywhere you go. LOUIS VUITTON

04 – Tiffany & Co. Notebook, SGD330
What started as the first mail-order catalogue in the U.S. in 1845 has since evolved into a collection of Tiffany & Co.’s most remarkable jewels. The house’s Blue Book covers from the 1890s also now inspire this companion notebook.

The emerald green leather-bound creation features metallic foiling, Tiffany Blue accents and grosgrain ribbons. Measuring 13 cm by 18.5 cm, it also offers 237 gilt-edge blank and lined pages to suit your every need. TIFFANY & CO.

For more information, do visit the brands’ respective sites

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