You have decided to propose to the one you love, have picked out an engagement ring with a gorgeous diamond setting, and even made sure that the ring size is correct. But, just how are you going to pop the question? If you are not sure how to proceed, we can easily think of 5 romantic ways to propose. Here they are.
The Traditional (knee on the floor) Proposal
If you want to emphasize the depth of your affection, the “old school” approach may be best. Choose an appropriate time and place, express your love, go down on one knee, and with the engagement ring box in your hands, ask her to marry you. As you propose, open the box to show her the ring. And, wait for her to respond. At this point in your relationship you already know the answer but it is much more romantic to wait because you really don’t want your lifetime together to begin with her thinking that you took the answer for granted!
Choose a Romantic or Important Date for Your Proposal
If the date is close, waiting until Valentine Day is a romantic choice. You can also pick the date when you first met or some other mutually memorable time. You can make it special by going to a nice restaurant or making a special meal at home. Either way you can create a romantic setting with a mood appropriate to making your proposal. Don’t rush. Let the evening unfold at its own pace and when you can sense that the time is perfect, offer the engagement ring and ask her to marry you. You will not only have successfully proposed but will also have given her a romantic story to tell her friends and family as she shows off her ring.
Make Your Proposal at a Special Location
If the two of you are already doing things together like taking vacations, you may choose to wait until you are on a tropical beach under the stars to pop the question. (Prince William proposed to Catherine Middleton while on a camping trip in Kenya.) This approach gives you whole days of romance away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. And, you don’t have to be in line to be the king of England to do it!
Announcing Your Proposal to Your Sweetheart and the World
If you have flare for that sort of thing, you can hire an airplane to tow a banner overhead during a sporting event that the two of you are attending. Or, pay to have your proposal on a big screen at the same event. If you take this approach make certain to have the ring handy and consider going to your knee as well.
The Hidden Ring Trick
Hiding the ring in a fortune cookie or an especially folded napkin at a fancy restaurant is a nice touch. Just make sure that you always know where the ring is!
While you can choose various approaches to proposing, the thought is what counts and the beauty of the ring is something she will cherish forever. For help picking the most elegant and gorgeous ring for your budget, come to see us at IDJewelry.