10 things to put in your locket

There are so many wonderful ways to personalize a locket necklace. At Monica Rich Kosann, we pride ourselves on not only being in love with lockets, but also on the experiences we have had in the world of custom lockets, and how to best encourage our customers to use them to tell their stories. Our lockets come in a wide variety of styles and include materials such as 18k gold, rose gold and sterling silver, diamonds, stones and sapphires. Whether you’re drawn to a classic Anna locket, a gold locket, a larger 4-image locket necklace, a stone locket, or a slim “barely there” locket, there is a style for everyone. Once you decide on a style, the most important part of purchasing a locket is personalizing it with an image that best tells your story and showcases your adventures, loved ones or inspirations. Once you’ve decided on your image, you can head over to our locket bar, which makes it easy to personalize your locket quickly and easily. But remember, it's not only about the image. Here are 10 ideas for what to put in your locket necklace…

1. Fill your locket with a special note from a loved one.

2. Put the lace from your wedding dress inside as a reminder of your special day.

3. Wear the hand print of your child close to your heart.

4. Engrave a meaningful message for a personal look.

5. Write down goals you want to accomplish, like the goal in the below gold locket necklace.

6. Put your travel adventures or places you wish to visit inside!

7. Pictures of your favorite furry friends!

8. Include a meaningful date like an anniversary, birthday or any date that has significance to you.

9. Quotes are perfect to put in your locket! Have special quotes from your favorite poets, or songs or even from a friend or loved one.

10. Then of course, you can always put pictures of your children, parents, spouse or friends in your locket!

As you can see, there is really no wrong way to customize your locket. Part of the joy of purchasing a locket is taking on the task of making it your own. Recently, Monica shared the story of how she has put together her custom charm bracelet over the years, which includes an engraved floral half locket charm. Over the years, she has continued to change the photo over and over again, using our locket bar technology. She’s swapped out the photo to personalize her locket with everything from a photo of her grandson, photos of her children, memories from her travels to Asia, or a quote that is inspiring her that week as a daily reminder. There are so many ways to tell your personal story with a custom locket. As you evolve, the image in your locket necklace can evolve with you!

Common Locket FAQs

How do lockets work?
Lockets are timeless jewelry pieces designed to hold personal keepsakes, most commonly photographs. Each locket opens on a discreet hinge to reveal one or more compartments where a photo or message can be placed. At Monica Rich Kosann, our lockets are crafted to celebrate your stories—made with heirloom quality and designed to be passed down through generations.

How to put a picture in a locket using The Locket Bar?
The Locket Bar is our signature service that simplifies the process of personalizing your locket. By uploading your chosen photo, we handle the resizing and printing to ensure a perfect fit. Whether you're selecting a new locket or updating a cherished one, The Locket Bar ensures your memories are beautifully preserved.

Can I change the photo in my locket?
Yes. Whether it’s a new milestone or a memory you want to relive, your locket can evolve with you. Simply remove the existing photo and replace it with a new one—our Locket Bar is here to help with printing and sizing.

Do your lockets hold more than one photo?
Many of our locket styles are designed to hold two or more photos. Some styles even hold four, offering space for a layered story—perfect for showcasing generations or moments that matter most.

What size photo fits in a Monica Rich Kosann locket?
Each locket has its own unique dimensions. When you use The Locket Bar, we take care of resizing and printing to the exact specifications, so your photo fits seamlessly inside your chosen piece.

Can I add a message or engraving inside the locket?
Select locket styles offer custom engraving options, letting you add a name, date, or meaningful phrase. It's another way to make your locket as personal and enduring as the story it holds.

What makes a Monica Rich Kosann locket different?
Our lockets are crafted with heirloom-quality materials—from sterling silver to 18k gold—and are designed to celebrate life’s most treasured moments. Each piece is made with intention, elevating the traditional locket into a modern storytelling piece.