The close relationships in our life are the most important relationships in our life. From our relationships with our children to the special bonds with our besties to the person that we share our life with, we have custom couple necklaces that help you celebrate the love.
At LULUONLY, we provide the opportunity to create genuine, touching jewelry that builds human connection. Our inspiration guide for engraved couple necklaces will help you craft a meaningful piece that captures the most precious moments with your loved one.
In this article, we'll guide you through the design process, from different finishes to touching engraving ideas. You'll be left with truly authentic and unique necklaces that tell your love story. Let's get started!
The Endearing Meaning Behind Couple Necklaces
There are plenty of ways to showcase the love you have for your partner. There's the classic romantic dinner for two, the couple's weekend getaway, the matching outfits, and custom-framed pictures from a memorable vacation together.
While all these options are fantastic, they also have the same limitation. You can't take them with you everywhere. Dinner is over in a night, and your matching beach fit isn't exactly boardroom appropriate.
Engraved couple's necklaces are versatile, inconspicuous, and can last a lifetime. The meaning behind the engraving is a constant reminder of your special someone and can be incredibly special. Plus, the joy of knowing your partner is out there wearing a matching necklace is hard to beat.
Get Inspired for Your Engraved Couple Necklaces
Your relationship is unique, and so are your engraving options! We've assembled a general guide containing our favorite engraving ideas and unique LULUONLY options.First, consider the other factors that go into crafting excellent necklaces.
- Metal: Options may include sterling silver, gold, rose gold, and matte black over a strong stainless steel core.
- Chain length: Consider whether you want a set or adjustable chain length.
- Plate/bar style: This factor primarily determines engraving length and overall aesthetic.
For inspiration, consider your partner's style (and yours) and which metals you both prefer. At LULUONLY, our chain necklace sets can be designed with different metals, making this process easier!
Remember, this is more than a typical locket heart necklace or birthstone infinity necklace. Consider engraving options carefully and think primarily of your loved one. Consider your favorite memories, shared experiences, and special secrets. With this in mind, inspiration is sure to follow.
Below are top engraving inspirations to get you started on designing the perfect couples necklace set!
YOUR ANNIVERSARY
An anniversary is a thrilling time to remember all your history together and the fun times you've had. It's also a great moment to look toward the future and the exciting question, "What's next?"
Here are some anniversaries to celebrate and some knockout engraving options for the ideal anniversary gifts:
- The date or year of your wedding anniversary
- The anniversary of saying “I love you”
- The anniversary of becoming a couple
These dates are more than just random days from years past. They represent your relationship in its entirety. Holding this day close to your heart is so special (even more intimate than a couple's bracelet) and truly creates a priceless personalized jewelry set.
THE DAY YOU MET
This isn't the well-documented 'I do,' or the moment he became your boyfriend. The day you met was a fleeting moment where everything was possible.
Picture the feeling you had when she asked you to coffee or the moment you both locked eyes. This day evokes fun and powerful memories as you remember the people you were and who you became — two puzzle pieces fitting together!
This engraving is so much more powerful than a simple heart pendant necklace or even promise rings. Etching the day you met on a necklace is a precious way of saying "I love you" to your best friend and partner.
YOUR INITIALS
An initial necklace is a classic statement of affection and echoes today's wildly popular letter charm necklaces. The feeling of wearing a shared initial necklace is priceless, and there are several different engraving styles to choose from.
- Both partners' initials, for example, A & A
- Both partners' monograms, for example, ABC + XYZ
- A shared two names necklace, for example, Smith-Langini
- Your pet couple’s name, for example, Romeo and Juliet would be Roliet
The initial/letter necklace etchings are minimalist and wear well with many different styles and situations. This makes the custom name necklace especially popular for couples' gifts.
SIGNIFICANT COORDINATES
At LULUONLY, we are incredibly proud to offer the option of engraving actual coordinates into your matching necklaces. This process is just as straightforward as designing any other necklace. Here's how it works:- Pick your coordinates; either a general location or an exact address will do
- Decide if you love the way the coordinates appear
- Select metal finishes and order your forever pieces!
- Where you met
- Where your first house was together
- Where your wedding took place
- Where one proposed
- Where your child was born
- Where you fell in love
There are tons of places in your lives that have deep shared meaning. Wearing these coordinates will be touching and greatly impactful. 
LOVING WORDS
You and your partner likely share loving words with one another every day. These repeated phrases are perfect for etching into stunning necklaces. Consider one of the following for your couples jewelry:
- “I Love You”
- “Yours Truly”
- “Love You More”
- “To The Moon And Back”
At LULUONLY, we make it easy to design these loving coded messages! Check out the following examples for inspiration:
- “Always”
- “Yours”
- “Mine”
- “Family”
- “Forever”
This personalized couple necklace is just another lovely way to communicate caring words to your partner.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT COUPLE NECKLACE
Picking the right couple necklace is a process that is deeply personal. In order to find the right necklace, there are a variety of factors that you might consider. These driving forces might change depending on whether the necklace is for you or someone else. It might be influenced by personal preference or circumstance.
No matter what, you should take the time to really think about what is important to you so that you can choose the perfect necklace.
CONSIDER YOUR BUDGET
Budget generally plays a fairly significant role when it comes to choosing the right couple necklace. You might have an agreed upon present budget with a spouse or simply need to work within your personal financial constraints when it comes to making a purchase.
No matter what, you want to take time to decide in advance what you feel a reasonable price is. This will make it easier for you to get the best value when you shop and will enable you to more effectively filter out which necklaces will be right for you.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT FINISH
Another huge factor to consider when it comes to finding the right necklace is what finish you want. We all have our own personal preferences when it comes to jewelry and knowing what finish you are looking for can help you to find the perfect necklace. Consider if you want something that will go with your outfit every single day or if you need an accent for their one perfect outfit.
Each finish has its own perks. For example, our gold and rose gold plated necklaces do not oxidize like sterling silver so they require less polishing, but they are also subject to other kinds of wear. Take the time to consider these factors and choose what is right for you.
MATCH FOR SKIN TYPE
Skin type plays a huge role for people who are deciding what type of necklace to purchase, particularly if they want something that pops or something more neutral. Plenty of people love gold but feel like gold simply isn’t their color while others wouldn’t be caught dead in silver because it washes out their complexion. Think about how each of the finishes looks against the appropriate skin tone, and then let that help guide your choice so you know that you are investing in the right piece for you or your loved one.A few general considerations to make include:
- Gold pops against darker skin
- Silver can be subtly charming with pale skin
- Rose gold stands out against olive tones
CHOOSE SOMETHING BY STYLE
The most popular way to pick out couple necklaces is by style. Since we all have our own sense of flair and fashion, it comes as no surprise that not every necklace is the right fit for every person.
COUPLE NECKLACES CELEBRATE YOUR SPECIAL RELATIONSHIPS
Showing someone that you care isn’t always easy, but we like to think that we can help to simplify the process. Our products are about more than simply getting someone a present or buying yourself something nice.At Messages in Metal we make our necklaces in a way that allows you to make them all your own. Be it by choosing a certain style, adding your own words, or adding a few special stones, we like to think that our jewelry is a collaborative effort. Make sure to make it your own to show off just how unique and special your love is!
