MONOGRAMMING
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”
“DANIEL WALTER LANDERS”
INITIALS,
SAME SIZE
First, middle, last
INITIALS,
CENTER LARGER
First, last, middle
SINGLE
INITIAL
Last
INITIALS,
SAME SIZE
First, middle, last
INITIALS
CENTER LARGER
First, last, middle
SINGLE
INITIAL
Last
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”
MARRIED WOMAN, KEEPS MAIDEN NAME
“RACHEL SAMANTHA HOWARD”
For personal items, stationary, bed linens
SINGLE
INITIAL
Married last
INITIALS,
CENTER LARGER
Wife's first,
married last,
husband's first
SINGLE
INITIAL
Last
INITIALS,
SAME SIZE
First, maiden last,
married last
INITIALS,
CENTER LARGER
First, married last,
maiden
“DAVID JOSEPH TURNER”
AND “PETER SIMON MATTHEWS”
“ALEXIS WALSH”
AND “EMMA SMITH”
INITIALS,
SAME SIZE
Both last
INITIAL
SAME SIZE
Both first
SINGLE
INITIAL
Last
INITIALS,
SAME SIZE
Both last
INITIAL
SAME SIZE
Both first
SINGLE
INITIAL
Last
LAST NAME CHANGES
INDIVIDUAL WITH VON, DU OR
ANY CAPITALIZED ARTICLE
MAKING A TWO-WORD LAST NAME
"ANNE JAMES VON HANSEL"
INDIVIDUAL WITH O', MC OR MAC
BUT ONE-WORD LAST NAME
"PATRICK DAVID MCNAMARA"
SINGLE
INITIAL
Prepositon
only
INITIALS,
SAME SIZE
INITIALS,
SAME SIZE
Last only
INITIALS,
SAME SIZE
First, middle, last
INITIALS,
SAME SIZE
Preposition
in center
MARRIED WOMAN
HYPHENATES LAST NAME
"LILY NEWMAN KEANE"
AND "DOUGLAS KEANE"
WOMAN KEEPS HER MAIDEN NAME
"LILY NEWMAN KEANE"
AND "DOUGLAS KEANE"
INITIALS,
CENTER
LARGER
INITIAL
SAME SIZE
Hyphenated
last only
INITIALS,
CENTER LARGER
Wife'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"
COUPLE WITH O', MC OR MAC
BUT ONE-WORD LAST NAME
"PATRICK DAVID MCNAMARA"
AND "PATRICK O'NEILL"
INITIALS,
SAME SIZE
INITIALS,
SAME SIZE
Last only
INITIALS,
SAME SIZE
First, milddle, last
SINGLE
INITIAL
Preposition
only
INITIALS,
SAME SIZE
Preposition
in center
