Avery 3 Ring Binder, 1 Inch Round Rings, Retro Collection, Groovy Checks (26803)...

The binder is cute, but it arrived damaged unfortunately.

This binder arrived quickly and the pattern looks like the listing picture. However, it arrived dirty with several scuffs on it, and was not in "new" condition.

I have recently started a business and needed something to get myself ready and organized while being able to set it apart from my regular household bills/budget pile. This is very cute! Very colorful. The happy little flower makes me smile. Holds 175 sheets which is just enough for what I need to do. I could use this for couponing too. The inside has clear plastic pockets in the cover and back cover. Won't hold much but nice addition. I like that the rings are not on the binding of the binder. So it opens more like a book which means less damage and ripping to papers and folders. It is a small but important difference! Super cute!

This binder is consistent with Avery's reputation for quality binders. Features that I like: Its clips open and close easily, and stay aligned every time. The cover itself has good tightness in the binding so that it does not shift out of place. It includes a thin pocket inside the front and back covers. And, I especially like the fun flower pattern, which ensures that my binder will not get mistaken for someone else's in a classroom of otherwise look-alike binders.

I love the design of the binder; the op-art pattern printed on the vinyl does make it look like an artifact from the '70s. The 1" rings are big enough to hold my classwork, but the binder still fits in my average-sized backpack. Sadly, the binder came a bit dented in the front, with a smudge where the dent is, so it's not pristine from the start. However, I know this will get a bit worn-looking during the school year, too, so that isn't a dealbreaker, as the rings still work fine. Just know that the white vinyl can show wrinkles and smudges, and it doesn't seem to be as easily cleaned as a clear vinyl cover might be.