First off, let me just say—these bookmarks are *gorgeous*. I’m someone who dog-ears pages shamelessly, but these made me want to reform. The peony design is so delicate and vibrant, like tiny pieces of art. The wood is smooth, no splinters (a real fear with cheaper wooden products), and the tassels add this elegant flutter when you pull them out of a book.

I tested them in my chunkiest hardcover and my flimsiest paperback. Verdict? They work perfectly in hardcovers—the thickness feels substantial, not flimsy. In paperbacks, they *do* leave a slight wedge if you’re not careful, but slipping them near the spine minimizes it. Pro tip: Use them as page holders for your current read on a nightstand—they look too pretty to hide inside books anyway.

The gift box is *chef’s kiss*. Blue with gold detailing, it feels luxe—like something you’d pick up at a boutique. I actually kept one bookmark in the box on my desk as decor. And at this price? I’ve already bought a second set for my best friend’s birthday. She’s a librarian, so if these pass her scrutiny, they’re golden.

One tiny gripe: The thickness that makes them durable also means they occasionally slip out of loosely packed pages. But honestly? Worth it for how sturdy they feel. These aren’t disposable bookmarks—they’re keepsakes. 10/10 for gifting; 9/10 for practicality (minus one point if you’re a paperback purist).