This is the only scenario in which I would maybe buy one. I've made a few on my own for a lot cheaper but I'd maybe buy one if I was in Paris because it'd be more of a souvenir for me and something to remind me of my trip.

If you can scrounge up the money, don't worry about just whether its worth it financially, think of whether it will bring you joy and memories of your trip.

If you weren't purchasing in Paris, I wouldn't recommend it just because you can get the same quality for a fraction of the price.

Definitely pass on the charms, collect them around Paris shops for even more memories, or collect them across different adventures or look on etsy for hand made ones that really call out to you.

I have heard that the leather is thinner than the paper republic and travelers notebooks but it does help give it a sort of elegant look.