Monogramming
Etiquette
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What is a monogram?
A monogram is a design consisting of two or more combined or interlaced initials –
usually a first, middle, and last name. Adding a monogram is the perfect way to
make something more special, thoughtful and unique. This simple guide features
real-life examples for all the most common monogramming questions, so you
can learn how to create the perfect monogram!
His Or Her Examples
Adding a layer of meaning to your gift with a monogram is the perfect way to celebrate
all the moments, achievements and people in your life. We offer hundreds of different
monogramming options, so you can make your gift truly personal.
“rachel samantha howard”
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Initials,
Same SizeFirst, middle, last
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Initials,
Center LargerFirst, last, middle
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Single
InitialLast
“daniel walter landers”
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Initials,
Same SizeFirst, middle, last
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Initials
Center LargerFirst, last, middle
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Single
InitialLast
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Married Couple Examples
The most memorable gifts are the ones that become family heirlooms.
Commemorate special moments and celebrate engagements, weddings and
anniversaries with a monogrammed gift they will treasure for a lifetime.
married woman, hyphenates last name
“rachel samantha howard”
and “daniel walter landers”
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Initials,
Center LargerWife's first,
married last,
husband's first -
Single
InitialLast
married woman, keeps maiden name
“rachel samantha howard”
For personal items, stationary, bed linens
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Initials,
Same SizeFirst, maiden last,
married last -
Initials,
Center LargerFirst, married last,
maiden -
Single
InitialMarried last
“david joseph turner”
and “peter simon matthews”
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Initials,
Same SizeBoth last
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Initial
Same SizeBoth first
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Single
InitialLast
“alexis walsh”
and “emma smith”
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Initials,
Same SizeBoth last
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Initial
Same SizeBoth first
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Single
InitialLast
Last Name Changes
individual with Von, Du or
any capitalized article
making a two-word last name
"ANNE JAMES VON HANSEL"
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Initials,
Same Size -
Initials,
Same SizeLast only
individual with O', Mc or Mac
but one-word last name
"PATRICK DAVID McNAMARA"
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Initials,
Same SizeFirst, middle, last
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Initials,
Same SizePreposition
in center -
Single
InitialPrepositon
only
married woman
hyphenates last name
"LILY NEWMAN KEANE"
and "DOUGLAS KEANE"
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Initials,
Center
Larger -
Initial
Same SizeHyphenated
last only
woman keeps her maiden name
"LILY NEWMAN KEANE"
and "DOUGLAS KEANE"
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Initials,
Center LargerWife's first,
husband's last,
wife's maiden -
Single Initial
Both last
names
couple with Von, Du or
any capitalized article
making a two-word last name
"ANNE VON HANSEL"
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Initials,
Same Size -
Initials,
Same SizeLast only
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Initials,
Same SizeFirst, milddle, last
couple with O', Mc or Mac
but one-word last name
"patrick david mcnamara"
and "PATRICK O'NEILL"
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Initials,
Same SizePreposition
in center -
Single
InitialPreposition
only
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Monogramming Techniques
A monogram can be engraved into metal, etched into
glass, embroidered onto fabric or embossed onto leather.
Learn more about all the
monogramming techniques we offer >