Personalized necklaces and initial pendant necklaces aren’t just on trend right now, but they are also enduring pieces of jewelry that you can wear for many years to come. These personalized beauties range in style from name necklaces to pendant letters to monogrammed pendants, so you can choose which necklace or pendant type best suits your (or her) sense of style.
If you are searching for a thoughtful, heartfelt gift for her — or if you just want to treat yourself to something special — personalized jewelry is an excellent solution.
3 Popular Types of Personalized Necklaces:
- Initial pendant necklaces
- Monogrammed pendant letters
- Custom bar necklaces
Dainty Initial Pendant Necklaces
Initial pendant necklaces are very much in style at the moment, but with such an enduring look, they can be enjoyed for many years to come. This simple, personalized necklace features a single pendant letter or several letters either to represent initials or, in some styles, spell out a name or word. A solitary, miniature initial pendant necklace is a great piece for those who lean toward the minimalist, modern look.
Personalized Monogram Pendant Letters
What is more classic and traditional than a monogram? A personalized monogram pendant letters necklace is a beautiful way to display her favorite initials. You can choose from a variety of font styles and either two or three initials.
A two-initial monogram personalized necklace could represent her first and last name — or the first two initials of the names of a couple. A three-initial monogram personalized necklace can represent the traditional styling of first, middle, and last names.
Customized Bar Initial or Name Necklaces
Another modern personalized necklace favorite is the custom bar necklace. This contemporary necklace features an engravable, metal sideways bar. This necklace type can serve as a personalized name necklace (featuring her name or the name of a loved one) or as a customized initial necklace (featuring her initials, a couple’s initials, or the initials of her children).
Choosing a Metal Type for Personalized Necklaces
When choosing the right custom name necklace or initial pendant necklace, you will need to decide what type of metal is best for you or the person to whom you are giving a gift.
3 Main Necklace Metal Choices:
- Gold
- Sterling Silver
- Gold-plated
Although yellow gold has dominated the fashion scene in recent years, silver is making a comeback as ‘90s and Y2K fashion makes a resurgence. Pure silver is too soft for jewelry; sterling silver is a mix of 92.5 percent silver and 7.5 percent of another metal (typically copper), giving it more strength. Silver can be lighter and more affordable than gold.
However, gold is a classic for good reason: with the color choices of white, yellow, and rose, gold offers versatility in looks and is durable enough for everyday wear. The purity of gold is measured by karats and considered by its weight, durability, and richness of color. Gold that is 14K is the most commonly used gold alloy in jewelry because of its durability.
A personalized necklace made of sterling silver plated with gold can be the best of both worlds — the beautiful color and shine of gold but the lightness and affordability of sterling silver.
Initial Pendant Necklace and Name Necklace Gifts
There is no doubt that a custom name necklace makes a fantastic piece of jewelry to purchase for yourself. However, we think that a personalized necklace or an initial pendant necklace would make thoughtful, heartfelt gifts that any woman in your life would appreciate.
Even First Lady Dr. Jill Biden has been known to regularly wear custom jewelry, including a 14K gold and diamond charm (reading “Obama Biden 2008”) gifted by her daughter and a 14K yellow gold ID tag engraved with all of her children’s names. Our very own FLOTUS displays her sentimental, personalized necklaces with pride — keeping those special moments and names close to her heart.
5 Occasions to Gift Personalized Necklaces:
- Wedding
- Anniversary
- Birth of a baby
- Mother’s Day
- Birthday
A Monogrammed Personalized Necklace for a Wedding Gift
A three-initial monogram necklace makes the perfect wedding gift to display the bride’s new initials. As the couple embarks on their new journey together, she can treasure this personalized necklace featuring her new monogram. It makes both a memorable keepsake and a fashionable piece of jewelry.
A Custom Initial Bar Necklace for an Anniversary Gift
Of course, jewelry is a classic anniversary gift, but make it a little more special with a personalized necklace featuring both of your initials. A custom initial bar necklace can be engraved with each of your first initials, so she will have a modern, beautiful reminder of your love and unity sitting close to her heart. She is sure to be moved by your thoughtfulness and care.
A Personalized Name Necklace for a Push Present
The birth of a new baby is a momentous occasion, so celebrate it with a custom token to mark the little one’s birthday. A “Made with Love” personalized name necklace engraved with the baby’s name, date and time of birth, height, and weight would make a very special push present for a new mother.
A Pendant Necklace for Mother’s Day
Whether you are a partner or a child searching for the right Mother’s Day gift for the mom in your life, a personalized necklace is a great option. You can choose an initial pendant necklace graced with her initials (or the initials of her children) or go with a classic “Mom” necklace with elegant script — it will make her smile and think of you every time she wears it.
An Initial Pendant Necklace for Her Birthday
If her birthday is coming up and you have no clue what to get for her, an easy answer is an initial pendant necklace. A necklace with a diamond-studded pendant letter makes a trendy birthday jewelry gift that is simple and classy enough that she can enjoy it every day. You can choose the pendant letter to represent her first or last name or the initial of someone close to her heart.
How to Care for an Initial Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
If you choose an initial pendant necklace with diamonds, make sure to care for it as you would any other piece of diamond jewelry. Periodically clean your diamond initial pendant with a bowl of warm water, a soft bristle toothbrush, and a gentle cotton cloth to remove dirt and bacteria.
Why Choose a Personalized Necklace?
Choosing a custom name necklace or an initial pendant necklace is easy — they make a thoughtful gift and a great treat for yourself. A name necklace or a necklace with pendant letters may be trendy right now but will still be wearable and stylish for years to come. If you need help in picking the ideal sentimental personalized necklace gift for yourself or someone special, schedule an appointment at your nearest Fink’s Jewelers - our knowledgeable team will be happy to help you find your perfect jewelry gift.
