The cover is strong, comes with a well secured bookmark ribbon and elastic band for keeping the book shut when not in use

I love the band to keep the notebook closed.

I love the elastic band

It's the perfect size and I love the band around the book

I even love the elastic band that closes the book and holds it together

Sturdy, thick cover and great band that doesn't lose its elasticity

I always appreciate the elastic band that keeps your Moleskine closed

The hardcover and elastic band that closes the book protects the pages well.

This is a fine notebook with a nice elastic band, expandable pocket, and ribbon/ book mark.

It does not smudge as long as you let the ink dry for a few seconds