When it comes to weddings, one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make will be what your wedding monogram or logo will look like.
Not only does this decision have the potential to set the tone for your wedding, but it will also give guests and friends an additional keepsake from your special day that they can take home with them after the big event.
However, before you come up with something to put on all of your wedding stationery, it’s important to think through a few things first. Here are 5 things to consider before deciding on your wedding monogram or logo!
1) What do you want it to say about you?
The most important aspect of your logo is not what it looks like, but rather what it says about you. At first glance, your wedding monogram should say something about who you are and what your marriage means to you. Is your love full of life and energy? Are you nature lovers? Do you want a simple design that speaks volumes with every letter as a symbol of how much each letter in you matters? Whatever represents you best will likely become part of your monogram
2) Colors
The first thing you should consider is your wedding color scheme. Are you having a traditional wedding with cream and white as a central theme? If so, these colors can also be incorporated into your monogram. Is it an autumn affair? A rustic wedding? Be sure to consider what colors might complement those themes. It’s especially important to coordinate wedding stationary with your color scheme in mind, as it will help set the tone for your whole big day!
3) Symbolism
What better way to solidify your lifelong commitment than with a symbol that represents it? But, in order for your wedding monogram or logo design to carry meaning, both of you should agree upon what that meaning is. If you don’t know yet, ask yourselves questions such as: What values are most important to us? What kinds of experiences does each of us enjoy most? What comes naturally for each of us and what feels unnatural?
4) Versatility
You’ll want your wedding monogram or logo to be versatile and flexible so that it works for multiple design applications. For example, if you’re having a traditional wedding, you might want something in gold calligraphy with scrolls and flourishes. If you’re going more modern, a sleek sans-serif font and contemporary brushstrokes might work best. No matter what look your wedding has, make sure your monogram works for it.
5) Fonts
Choosing a font for your wedding monogram or logo is an important decision that should be made with care. Fonts add personality to your overall design, and can set a mood for your day. A simple font will save you money and may prove easier to reproduce in multiple locations. Another option, one that is more decorative but still simple and sophisticated, would be a script-style font. A script-style font gives you some personality while still being something that is easy for guests at all ages to read.
Conclusion
Long story short, personalize it and make sure to involve your partner. It’s definitely not something you want to ‘decide’ on your own. And now that you know what to consider when selecting your monogram, there’s no reason not to dive in and find the perfect symbol for you two.
