The Monogam Guide
What’s Your Monogram Style?
A Cobblestones & Grits Guide to Monograms
Monograms are timeless, elegant, and a wonderful way to personalize your belongings — from cocktail napkins and stationery to clothing and gifts. But with so many styles to choose from, it can be tricky to know which monogram style fits your personality and purpose best.
Using the names Grace Caroline Williams and Christopher Ryan Williams as examples, we’ll show you how to create monograms that are timeless.
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1. The Three-Letter Monogram
Traditionally, a three-letter monogram includes:
First initial (first name)
Last initial (larger, center position)
Middle initial
Example:
For Grace Caroline Williams, the monogram is:
G W C
Where W is the last initial and appears larger in the center.
Traditional Three-Letter Monogram looks best on:
-Cocktail Napkins
-Kitchen Towels
-Dinner Napkins
-Other home linens
2. The Man’s Monogram
Traditionally, the man’s monogram includes:
First initial (first name)
Last initial (center position)
Middle initial
All initials the same size
Example:
For Ryan Christopher Williams, the monogram is
RWC
3. Two-Letter Monogram
For a cleaner or simpler look, use just the first and last initials:
Example:
Grace Caroline Williams becomes “GW.”
Both letters equal size, side by side.
4. Single Initial Monogram
Sometimes, one initial is all you need — usually the last name initial for family items.
Example:
Williams:
W
Perfect for a subtle and elegant touch.
Customers typically use Initial Monograms on:
-Wreath Sashes
-Cocktail Napkins
-Dinner Napkins
5. The Couple’s Monogram
Traditionally, a married monogram includes:
Wife’s first initial
Husband’s Last initial (larger, center position)
Husband’s last initial
Example:
For Grace and Ryan Williams, the monogram is:
G W R
Where W is the last initial and appears larger in the center.
The Couple’s Monogram looks best on:
-Cocktail Napkins
-Kitchen Towels
-Dinner Napkins
-Other home linens
Cobblestones & Grits will keep monograms proportionate to the item unless specified in a design or specified by the customer.
This means most monograms are typically between 2” and 4” in height.