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Monogram Etiquette Proper etiquette for monograms has not changed much since
the 19th century, when the rules
for monograms were first created. Though
we live in a time when blending
and hyphenation of names occur on a
regular basis, the most often used
monogram technique is the traditional
one:
The first name initial is placed first on far left. The
surname or last name is placed in
the center and is larger than the other
two initials. The middle name
initial is placed on the far right. Thus,
the name "Elizabeth Ann Stokely"
would be expressed as ESA in monogram
language (Figure 1).
When a couple is married, sometimes they choose to blend
names to create a family monogram.
Therefore, Paul and Sandra Roberts
would be expressed as: PRS in
monogram language. Sometimes, the ladies
name is requested as the first
initial on linens and personal items.
Often, the couple is honored using
only their single initial monogram on
towels, napkins and
placemats.
Monograms are typically created using one, two, three and
occasionally four initials. In the
strictest sense, a monogram does not
have to be initials only.
Personalization can include an entire name
(Figure 2). When it comes to young
children's monograms, most people agree
that displaying their names may
not be best for safety
concerns.
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