Monogramming
Etiquette

by Mark & Graham

Monogram Etiquette by Mark & Graham

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”

  • Example

    Initials,
    Same Size

    First, middle, last

  • Example

    Initials,
    Center Larger

    First, last, middle

  • Example

    Single
    Initial

    Last

“daniel walter landers”

  • Example

    Initials,
    Same Size

    First, middle, last

  • Example

    Initials
    Center Larger

    First, last, middle

  • Example

    Single
    Initial

    Last

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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”

  • Example

    Initials,
    Center Larger

    Wife's first,
    married last,
    husband's first

  • Example

    Single
    Initial

    Last

married woman, keeps maiden name
“rachel samantha howard”
For personal items, stationary, bed linens

  • Example

    Initials,
    Same Size

    First, maiden last,
    married last

  • Example

    Initials,
    Center Larger

    First, married last,
    maiden

  • Example

    Single
    Initial

    Married last

“david joseph turner”
and “peter simon matthews”

  • Example

    Initials,
    Same Size

    Both last

  • Example

    Initial
    Same Size

    Both first

  • Example

    Single
    Initial

    Last

“alexis walsh”
and “emma smith”

  • Example

    Initials,
    Same Size

    Both last

  • Example

    Initial
    Same Size

    Both first

  • Example

    Single
    Initial

    Last

Last Name Changes

individual with Von, Du or
any capitalized article
making a two-word last name
"ANNE JAMES VON HANSEL"

  • Example

    Initials,
    Same Size

  • Example

    Initials,
    Same Size

    Last only

individual with O', Mc or Mac
but one-word last name
"PATRICK DAVID McNAMARA"

  • Example

    Initials,
    Same Size

    First, middle, last

  • Example

    Initials,
    Same Size

    Preposition
    in center

  • Example

    Single
    Initial

    Prepositon
    only

married woman
hyphenates last name
"LILY NEWMAN KEANE"
and "DOUGLAS KEANE"

  • Example

    Initials,
    Center
    Larger

  • Example

    Initial
    Same Size

    Hyphenated
    last only

woman keeps her maiden name
"LILY NEWMAN KEANE"
and "DOUGLAS KEANE"

  • Example

    Initials,
    Center Larger

    Wife's first,
    husband's last,
    wife's maiden

  • Example

    Single Initial

    Both last
    names

couple with Von, Du or
any capitalized article
making a two-word last name
"ANNE VON HANSEL"

  • Example

    Initials,
    Same Size

  • Example

    Initials,
    Same Size

    Last only

  • Example

    Initials,
    Same Size

    First, milddle, last

couple with O', Mc or Mac
but one-word last name
"patrick david mcnamara"
and "PATRICK O'NEILL"

  • Example

    Initials,
    Same Size

    Preposition
    in center

  • Example

    Single
    Initial

    Preposition
    only

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Monogramming Techniques

A monogram can be engraved into metal, etched into
glass, embroidered onto fabric or embossed onto leather.

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monogramming techniques we offer >

Monogramming Technique