Gillio A6 Compagna vs VDS Un-Widen Senior

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A6 is the new Personal!
I jumped on the A6 trend in the mid of July as I am itchy to try something new!

For the month of August, I was in Gillio A6 Black and Red Compagna that I got from Gillio Market Place.  I have to say it is NOT loved in the first sight.  I love the configuration of the planner, but for some reason, I am just not that into it.

Click HERE to see all the spec. on Gillio Website 




During the Labor Day weekend, I went to SJC and met my planner friend who is nice enough to let me borrow her un-widen A6 VDS planner to try it out again.  I have to say I LOVE IT!  The size feels right in my hand and the sturdy leather wins my heart!

Specifications: 
Brandy Italian Leather Outside 
Mattone Leather Inside
20 mm ring
Custom pockets
You can order one with VDS standard configuration or custom made HERE




After I have both, Gillio A6 Compagna and VDS A6 on my hand, I realized that I really like the compactness of the VDS.  VDS is un-widen and thus narrower and fits in my hand nicer.  Also this particular Gillio A6 Compagna feels more floppy (thin and flimsy).  Not sure if it is because of the bi-color or this particular batch, or the size (wider) makes the leather feel thin and floppy.  If you like very floppy and bendable style, Gillio A6 will win your heart for sure.

I did a quick comparison video between these two planners.  If you are interested, you can check it out HERE. 


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