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Let’s get real: Monograms are, in fact, a mandatory element of Southern style.
They make a statement.
They make your statement.
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Monograms put a personal spin on everything from tote bags and personalized cufflinks to silverware and pocket squares.
Monograms can also be tricky.
Mastering the order (“What goes in the middle?")
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can be complicated and downright confusing.
But knowing how to present them is key to telling your personal story.
There are many different shapes, sizes, and weightsplus many color options.
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What’s the proper order?
Should everything be an upper-case letter?
The last name initial (center) is larger than those on either side.
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Start with the double name initials stacked.
Then the initial of your married name is in the center, followed by the maiden name initial.
The double name initials, when stacked, should be the same size as the maiden name initial.
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The married last name initial (center) will be the largest.
The last name initial (center) is larger than the first name initials.
The two last name initials (center) will be larger than the two first name initials.
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The two last name initials (center) will be larger.
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