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THE PERSONALIZATION NOTES

What Order Do Monogram Initials Go In?

For a traditional three-letter monogram, the last-name initial goes in the center and is larger. For a modern, equal-size monogram, use first, middle, then last.

A simple example

For the example name Emma Grace Parker, a traditional monogram reads EPG, with the P enlarged in the center. A modern monogram reads EGP, in name order.

One or two initials

A single letter can stand for a first name or surname. In the Monogrammer single-letter styles, the last initial is used when supplied; otherwise the first initial is used. For a two-letter design, enter only the two initials you want and check the preview before submitting.

How to enter initials in the studio

  1. Enter letters in the fields labeled first, middle, and last.
  2. Choose a monogram style. The studio handles the selected style’s letter order.
  3. Check the preview and order note. Do not manually rearrange the input fields for a traditional style.
  4. Choose your product and review the complete design.

Giving a monogram as a gift

Confirm the recipient’s preferred initials, spelling, and surname before ordering. There is no need to follow a convention the recipient does not like; the preview should reflect their preference.

Try your initials in the monogram studio →