Let's answer the question: What is a monogram? 

We asked a few customers and friends what a monogram is to them and received answers like: Initials, 3 letters, not a full name, etc. 

Pretty close! Dictionary.com says a monogram is “a design consisting of two or more alphabetic letters combined or interlaced, commonly one's initials, often printed on stationery, embroidered on clothing, etc.”

The word “monogram” is derived from two Greek words: mono, meaning single, and gram, meaning letter. It means that multiple letters were combined into one sign or symbol.

So what does this mean for us? Can it have 2 letters? 6 letters? Does it matter how they connect? In today's world, the correct answer is "there is no correct answer." It really all seems acceptable. 

Types of Monograms:

When we take a look at the designs offered here at StationeryXpress.com, we see a variety of styles and options. We label all of these marks as "monograms" on our website. 

We have block letters that do not touch. Like our EG2004 Square Monogram Notepads.

Then we have monograms like EG1210 - Embossed Monogram Stationery Fold Notes. It comes in multiple monogram styles but the monogram style shown shows the strokes overlap. It's sometimes difficult to tell one letter from another but this is a popular and common monogram style.

And, StationeryXpress.com also features monograms where letters through through one another, like on this EG1600 Embossed Monogram Stationery 300 Piece Set:

So there you have it! When you want to express your sophistication, choose Monogrammed Stationery from StationeryXpress.com. Whether the gift is for a friend or yourself, it is wrapped in tissue, affixed with a seal and nestled in a gorgeous box.

Any questions? Feel free to contact us at Orders@Stationeryxpress.com or call (800)-506-3884