How to Pull Off a Memorable Holiday Proposal

Tis the season of laughter, great food, shopping, and family dinners. There is a lot on people’s minds as the holidays approach, including a sense of celebration and sheer happiness. And in such a scenario, ‘love’ simply cannot be left behind. No wonder many couples decide to take their relationship to the next level during this time of the year.

If you too are planning on a holiday proposal, then here are some dos and don’ts to make it truly memorable. Take a look…

Don’ts

• Plan or consider a surprise proposal at a family dinner

  This can be quite risky, especially if your relationship is fairly new. Many may feel that the holiday season is the perfect time to propose marriage, but nothing should be done in haste. If you and your partner have not discussed the idea of a future together, then simply postpone the proposal for another day. On the other hand, if you have been together for a considerable amount of time and are sure that the next step is marriage, then take a moment and think if they like surprises. This may also not be a good idea for someone who gets embarrassed easily. If they have always dreamt of a big proposal in front of family and friends, then you may take this route. If not, then try to keep it private.

  This is certainly going to be a special moment between the two of you. And if things go awry or the proposal is turned down, at least it won’t be in front of an audience. Therefore we suggest you make your holiday proposal private; and could also consider going down on your knee during a romantic getaway.

• Propose on Christmas morning

  Christmas morning is best reserved for kids opening up gifts or for other big family announcements like the arrival of a baby. So we recommend you pop the question in advance and announce to friends and family about your engagement during dinner time. We’re pretty sure it will be just as special!

• Put the ring under the tree

  This is probably one of the best ways to ruin an engagement. Why? Because the ring may get misplaced, it could end up in the wrong hands, or someone else may just give away your surprise.

  So if you intend to put it under the tree, then wrap it in another bag or a box and place it inside a dummy gift. This is the simplest way to ensure that your ring remains safe and does not end up with someone else.

Dos

• Pick a beautiful engagement ring

  This need not be a frightening task. If you’ve been with your significant other for a while, then you’ll more or less have an idea about their personal sense of style. You can also consult the siblings, parents or friends (whoever she’s closest to) for recommendations and to get the right ring size.

  But a foolproof way to make this moment truly amazing would be to invest in a ring that’s embellished with lab grown diamonds. They are physically, optically and chemically the same as natural diamonds, but are relatively more affordable. These sparkling beauties are also 100% conflict-free and eco-friendly. Simply put, they are Real Diamonds Made Better, and who wouldn’t love that?

• Take advantage of the holiday sales

  Want a pair of earrings to go along with the engagement ring? If yes, then remember you can get them all for a great price! This is undoubtedly the perfect time of the year to take advantage of online holiday offers and discounts. What’s more, you can make the most of special return policies, as well, to make it a risk-free gift. If she doesn’t like the jewelry then simply return or exchange it.

• Plan early

  It’s always a good idea to shop as early as possible to ensure everything stays on track. Besides, the weather can play spoilt sport and mess up your proposal plan. Therefore, always take into account any potential shipping delays that may happen due to climate conditions.

• Capture the moment

  If it is going to be a private proposal, then make sure your camera or IPhone/ Android device is fully charged. Simply do not miss the opportunity to take pictures or videos of this joyful event. If it is going to be a surprise, with friends and family in attendance, then hand over the job to a professional or someone trustworthy. This may just be one of the most beautiful milestones of your life; make sure you capture it!