Monogram Information

A monogram is a motif created by overlapping or combining two or more letters to form one symbol. This personal "logo" is made by combining the initials of an individual, couple or family in an artful way. A monogram can also be a single letter, name or motif. Monograms have two purposes: they make it possible to "brand" one's possessions and they serve as a decorative function. While the word itself indicates a single letter (mono), two-letter and three-letter monograms are often used with the latter becoming the most popular in use today.

A couple that gets married and decides to use the husband's last name usually has no problem designing their monogram. Some even switch the placement of the first name initials around according to the item on which the monogram will be placed, for instance whether it is more important to the wife or the husband.

Individuals with more than three initials, or hyphenated or blended names, have made monogram designing more complicated. Since the rules for monogramming have not been revised to go along with all the new lifestyle changes there is some confusion. Last names such as O'Conner, Griffin-Johnson, DeMassa or de Castro can create problems. These names actually could use two letters for the last name initial, even though most people choose just the first initial. One innovative idea is to overlap both letters for a single last name initial. If you fall under this category please contact us for a personal consultation.

Invitation Factory can create a custom monogram for you to use to embellish all your wedding stationery and personal correspondence. A custom monogram will make your cards stand out from the usual stock available in stores today. Please contact us if you are interested in ordering and we will create some designs for you and send you proofs by email for your approval.

Single-Letter Monograms

Usually features the FIRST initial of the last name, although today many women prefer using the FIRST initial of their first name. Choices are Block Initial, Script Initial or a Decorative Initial sometimes with a motif such as a wreath.

Two-Letter Monograms

Usually features the FIRST initial of the first name followed by the FIRST initial of the last name. Today many couples use the First initials of their first names or the FIRST initials of their last names sometimes separated by a decorative motif. Two-letter monograms use the same size initials.

Three-Letter Monograms

For an individual monogram with all initials the SAME size, the first name initial is FIRST, the middle name initial is SECOND and the last name initial is THIRD. For example Emily Denise Robbins would be:

For an UNMARRIED woman's individual monogram, with the center initial LARGER, the last name initial is in the CENTER with the first name initial on the LEFT and the middle name initial on the RIGHT. For example Emily Denise Robbins would be:

For a MARRIED woman's individual monogram, with the center initial LARGER, the last name initial is in the CENTER with the first name initial on the LEFT and the maiden name initial on the RIGHT. For example Emily Denise Smith (who married Mr. Robbins) would be:

For a MARRIED couple's monogram, with the center initial LARGER, the shared last name initial is in the CENTER with the wife's first name initial on the LEFT and the husband's first name initial on the RIGHT. For example Emily and George Robbins would be:

Motifs

Usually something that pertains to your lifestyle such as seashells if you live near the beach or golf items if you are an avid golfer.

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	Monogram Information A monogram is a motif created by overlapping or combining two or more letters to form one symbol. This personal "logo" is made by combining the initials of an individual, couple or family in an artful way. A monogram can also be a single letter, name or motif. Monograms have two purposes: they make it possible to "brand" one's possessions and they serve as a decorative function. While the word itself indicates a single letter (mono), two-letter and three-letter monograms are often used with the latter becoming the most popular in use today. A couple that gets married and decides to use the husband's last name usually has no problem designing their monogram. Some even switch the placement of the first name initials around according to the item on which the monogram will be placed, for instance whether it is more important to the wife or the husband. Individuals with more than three initials, or hyphenated or blended names, have made monogram designing more complicated. Since the rules for monogramming have not been revised to go along with all the new lifestyle changes there is some confusion. Last names such as O'Conner, Griffin-Johnson, DeMassa or de Castro can create problems. These names actually could use two letters for the last name initial, even though most people choose just the first initial. One innovative idea is to overlap both letters for a single last name initial. If you fall under this category please contact us for a personal consultation. Invitation Factory can create a custom monogram for you to use to embellish all your wedding stationery and personal correspondence. A custom monogram will make your cards stand out from the usual stock available in stores today. Please contact us if you are interested in ordering and we will create some designs for you and send you proofs by email for your approval. Single-Letter Monograms Usually features the FIRST initial of the last name, although today many women prefer using the FIRST initial of their first name. Choices are Block Initial, Script Initial or a Decorative Initial sometimes with a motif such as a wreath. Two-Letter Monograms Usually features the FIRST initial of the first name followed by the FIRST initial of the last name. Today many couples use the First initials of their first names or the FIRST initials of their last names sometimes separated by a decorative motif. Two-letter monograms use the same size initials. Three-Letter Monograms For an individual monogram with all initials the SAME size, the first name initial is FIRST, the middle name initial is SECOND and the last name initial is THIRD. For example Emily Denise Robbins would be: For an UNMARRIED woman's individual monogram, with the center initial LARGER, the last name initial is in the CENTER with the first name initial on the LEFT and the middle name initial on the RIGHT. For example Emily Denise Robbins would be: For a MARRIED woman's individual monogram, with the center initial LARGER, the last name initial is in the CENTER with the first name initial on the LEFT and the maiden name initial on the RIGHT. For example Emily Denise Smith (who married Mr. Robbins) would be: For a MARRIED couple's monogram, with the center initial LARGER, the shared last name initial is in the CENTER with the wife's first name initial on the LEFT and the husband's first name initial on the RIGHT. For example Emily and George Robbins would be: Motifs Usually something that pertains to your lifestyle such as seashells if you live near the beach or golf items if you are an avid golfer.