Monogram Etiquette

Whether designing a shower invitation, wedding invitation, or stationery, I am often asked the proper etiquette for monograms. It can be a tricky thing, so I hope to clear the air with this post.

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Three Letter Monogram – Women

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As seen in the image above, these Jack Rogers there are three letters. The proper order of the initials would be First Name Initial, Last Name Initial – usually this is larger than the others,  Middle Name Initial or if married the Maiden Name Initial Would be used.

Three Letter Monogram – Men
Different than for women, a man's monogram goes in the order of their name. The proper order of the initials would be First Name Initial, Middle Name Initial, then Last Name Initial. Also, unlike a woman's monogram, the letters are typically all the same size.

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Now, when buying or ordering wedding gifts or preparing invitations, people often ask what the monogram should look like for a married couple.

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Three Letter Monogram – Couple
For a married couple the proper order of initials would be Brides's First Name Initials, Couples Last Name Initial, then Groom's First Name Initial.

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