Fall Fashion Trends

Fall is fast approaching and we couldn't be more excited about the fashion fix that comes with the new season. This season, simplicity seems to be a main theme as more neutral tones and relaxed styles frequent the catwalk.

The color camel is back, less is more! Lace makes a big statement…but in a subdued, classic way. The spice of fall? Little RED dresses, not little BLACK dresses! Fun jackets, comfy sweaters, over-sized shirts or shirt dresses with of course…leggings. These are the makes of Fall 2010, your essential pieces.

Accessories anyone? Croc purses, over-sized wallets, studded bags…things you can literally find for $20. Very exciting.

What does that mean for jewelry styles? Simple, classic pieces are key to any wardrobe, personalized jewelry will surely be a staple! Classic sterling pieces or gold, timeless monogrammed pendants, pearls, bangles, eternity bands…these are the pieces you will see a lot of this fall. If you don’t have these pieces yet, now is the time to start adding to your personalized jewelry collection. The beauty of this fall’s trends is that you don’t have to spend a lot to look fabulous! Grab a few of these staples, add to what you likely already have and voila…you are a fashion masterpiece.

Think simple, think classic and be stunning; we're ready for that nip in the air already!

Tell Us About your Favorite Monogrammed Gift!!

We would like to hear stories about what your favorite monogrammed gift is...and why!? I'm sure everyone has received something personalized in their life...please take a sec and tell us what that was?

I can tell you, without a doubt, that mine was a personalized baby blanket that I received for my little guy...he just went off to Kindergarten last week but as I sit here typing this, the blankie is on the couch in the spot he was lounging on this morning. I guess I'm not the only person who cherished that baby blanket! I remember how excited I was to see that little blue baby blanket at my shower...touched that it had my little guys name on it! Made just for him!

I can guarantee that even once he is done snuggling it, it will forever be tucked away somewhere with all of his other momentos. That's what makes personalized or monogrammed gifts so special...in our opinion anyway! A monogrammed gift says: You're special, I went the extra mile for you. A monogrammed gift is something to be treasured and smiled about. Regardless of if it's a blanket or a coffee mug, adding that personalized touch means something.

So, please, tell us! What is the best personalized or monogrammed gift that you have ever received? Who gave it to you? Why is it special to you? Share your stories!

Back to School!

For many, this week marks back to school time! We know this is a very busy week, a week filled with a lot of emotion for some...so we wanted to say good luck & have a great week! Whether your kiddos are headed to Kindergarten or to college; enjoy, savor those memories! Back to school time is often a time where moms breathe a sigh of relief, the kids are back in school...whatever your situation might be, we hope this is a good week filled with lots of cute pics! If you're looking for something sentimental to do with those pics, we of course have some ideas! Simple photo collages are becomming very popular (and easy!!) to make, often designed online with the album you upload from your back to school festivities. Another cute idea, are photo bracelets...charm bracelets that include your photos as charms. Of course, scrapbooking is a classic way to store momentos of these days in a cute way! Whatever you choose, choose to do something. We all know how these opportunities can get away from us, how difficult it can be to keep up with organizing photos etc. So, waste no time & decide how you will capture these days now! Maybe it's the photo bracelet, maybe its a simple collage, album, scrapbook....or maybe its a blog post! These days are precious from beginning to end! Happy Back to School Week from MonogrammedEverything.com!

New Personalized Jewelry Line

In preparation for the Christmas shopping season(yes, we know it's only August!) , we have begun adding new products. First in line of course, personalized jewelry! Giving a gift of jewelry is always sure to bring a smile, give a gift of personalized jewelry and you may get a smile mixed with a tear! Those good happy tears, tears of appreciation, tears of sentiment can mean only 1 thing! You did a great job picking the perfect gift! Personalizing jewelry means that you've gone that extra step; you've not only selected something stylish & trendy but also something that will be cherished from the heart for years to come. Putting in the extra thought, going the extra mile is what creates those happy memories, those cherished heirlooms within families.

In the months to come, look not only for new personalized jewelry but also many more monogrammed gifts. We promise to continue looking for the absolute cutest, preppiest monogrammed gifts you will find, anywhere! In the months to come, look also for all that really fun stuff that you look forward to in the fall and holiday months...fun decorations, awesome party ideas, delicious recipies! Those are some of our favorite things; tell us what yours are!

We are very much looking forward to the Christmas season; we very much look forward to providing you with the gifts that will warm hearts. Thank you for shopping with MonogrammedEverything.com, thank you for being a part of our family.

The Monogram Really is Timeless

In earlier times, the monogram was a royal signature. Not only a signature, the Romans and Greeks used them on coins to identify their rulers, much like Americans coin past presidents on our currency. In the Middle Ages, they became a signature on work for artisans. Moving into the Victorian-period,the monogram became a personal symbol of ones place in society. Today, monograms can be seen on just about anything...which is where we come in. MonogrammedEverything recognizes the history of the monogram, the timeless style and strives to provide you with the monogrammed gifts you desire so that you have the perfect item for any occasion, something that fits your perfect style or the style of your recipient. Throughout time, the preference on monograms has varied from 1 letter, to 2, and back again to the classic 3 letter style. At MonogrammedEverything you can be sure we are not only fun & flexible with our monogramming...you can be sure we follow the "rules" of monogramming!

In the Victorian era, monograms were pretty standard: Female monograms had the first initial on the left, middle initial on the right, and last initial embroidered larger in the middle.

Today's monogramming rules are more flexible, but for the monogramming purist, there are a few standards: monograms with three initials are to be in the Victorian format of first initial, large last initial, middle initial. Married monograms consist of the bride’s first initial on the left, the groom’s first initial on the right, and the joint last name initial larger in the center. But the choice is truly yours. One thing is certain though: You can't go wrong with monogrammed gifts. They are classic, sure to withstand the times of changing fashion. Monogrammed gifts are elegant, full of class, regardless of which item you choose to monogram!

STL Boutique Moms Features MonogrammedEverything!

We are excited to announce that MonogrammedEverything is being featured by www.stlboutiquemoms.com this month! We are growing every day and wanted to take the opportunity to thank our customers and all who support us in providing the cute, preppy monogrammed gifts that we do! We are constantly receiving emails and suggestions from you on how to make even better monogrammed gifts....keep the ideas coming, please...we appreciate you! Our name states our goal, we are obviously fans of the monogram and have set out on an ongoing quest to well, monogram everything!!!

At MonogrammedEverything, we believe that a monogrammed gift is good for any occasion, for just about anyone. We believe in our products, in the style of the timeless monogram, in the fact that it will never go out of style...heck, I have pictures of myself at the age of 5 sporting a monogrammed sweater!!

So if you're shopping for someone else: a birthday, a wedding shower, a baby shower, a graduation gift, an anything gift....or shopping for yourself...check us out. You'll like what you see!!