With wedding season right around the corner, many brides and grooms register for gifts and request that they be monogrammed. Some brides even have a Monogram Shower (a great way to receive items with your new last name!). Whether you are a bride, groom, or guest, here are a few tips from the etiquette books on how the monogram for the new couple should be written.
In general, if the gift is for the couple, the monogram should have the couple's initials. If the gift is linens, the bride's first name will come first since linens are considered to be the bride's domain. So, let's use Jessica and Christian Gibbs for an example. If you are purchasing sheets, towels, or other linens for this sweet couple, the monogram would read J G C. If you are looking at wedding invitations and stationary, programs, or a cake monogram, the bride's initial will once again come first.
However, if the gift is glassware or any other type gift not directly the "bride's domain," the groom's initials will come first, as well as, once the happy couple are married. Jessica and Christian's monogram on these items would read C G J. Remember, with post-marital bliss stationary, the groom's initial will always come first where as before the wedding, the bride's. So much to keep up with, we know! Hopefully this guide will help you along your way!
However, if the gift is glassware or any other type gift not directly the "bride's domain," the groom's initials will come first, as well as, once the happy couple are married. Jessica and Christian's monogram on these items would read C G J. Remember, with post-marital bliss stationary, the groom's initial will always come first where as before the wedding, the bride's. So much to keep up with, we know! Hopefully this guide will help you along your way!
Here are some of our favorite monogrammed gifts for couples!
Pottery Barn Square Vases - These simple and understated vases have the monogram etched into the glass and are a steal at $12 to $44. PLUS they are offering free shipping!
Red Envelope Chenielle Throw - $59.95. Who doesn't love a cozy throw on the couch to snuggle with your honey with some wine after a hard day at work?
Restoration Hardware Monogrammed Turkish Towels - $16 to $46. Available in 28 colors, you can find the perfect towel to compliment any bathroom! These feel amazing and will last forever!
Williams Sonoma Rope Bedding - $58 to $388. It's a little on the pricey side, but nothing feels better than quality bedding. If there is one thing to splurge on as a new couple, this is it!
Happy Shopping!
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