Place the initials in order (first, middle, last) at the same size for an individual monogram.

What is the proper way to do a monogram?

If all the letters are the same size (also known as block), initials are ordered like your name: first, middle and last. If the monogram features a larger center initial, the ordering is always first name, last name, and middle name.

Why are monograms first last middle?

The reason why the last name traditionally goes in the middle is because the last name is most important and should stand out! Example: Mary Rachel American, whose monogram would look like: Married Ladies: Generally when a woman is married, the middle name leaves her monogram and is replaced by her maiden name.

Monogram rules for three letters

Traditionally, the first letters of their first, last and middle name are used, in that order. For couples, if they share their last name, the last name remains in the middle with the initials of their first names on the left and right side.