7 Tips on Planning the Perfect Marriage Proposal

That’s it, you’ve found the one. You’ve found this beautiful, amazing person that makes you happy, whose face you want to look at for the rest of your life. Rationally, you know that nothing in life is ever certain, but something inside of you just screams that you two are perfect for each other and that this is meant to be. But how do you let your lover know how much they mean to you? How do you pop the most important question you’ll ever ask? We come to your rescue with these helpful tips that will make your proposal beautiful and memorable.

Make sure you’ve discussed marriage

Marriage is a huge step and unless you’ve talked to your partner about it before, you should wait until you propose. Love isn’t a quick thing, it’s not in grand gestures and dramatic declarations. It’s quiet, powerful and much better reflected in small, everyday things. It’s about you knowing what kind of coffee they drink every morning. It’s about realising you miss everything about your partner when they are away, even their annoying little habits that usually drive you insane. If you know your partner well, then proposing won’t be an issue at all. You just need to rely on that knowledge.

Select a location

The location should always be a place that means something to you. The restaurant where you had your first date is a good idea, for example. If you remember the details, you could even try recreating the date by ordering the same food, wearing the same outfit and making them laugh with the same awkward attempts at flirtation. Any place can work, as long as it holds some meaning to you as a couple. It can be something as simple as your favourite park, or something more luxurious like a trip to the country you always wanted to visit.

Talk to their folks

Depending on how traditional you both are, your partner might expect you to take this step. You don’t necessarily need to ask for the parents’ permission, but just letting them know that you plan to propose isn’t a bad idea. Family is a big part of our lives, and talking about why you wish to marry their son or daughter will make them feel important.

Pick the ring

A ring is a sign of commitment and love, so it’s understandably one of the most important parts of the proposal. You should make sure it’s something really special, because it’s meant to last and represent your relationship. If you don’t know what to get, you can never go wrong with a diamond. Beautiful custom engagement rings are an excellent option because you can create something truly unique and lovely that will suit your partner’s taste perfectly. If diamonds aren’t your thing, there are alternatives that you may like.

Arrange the details

You don’t need to plan every little detail, but having a rough guideline of how you want things to go is smart. This is especially true if you want to do something like hire a carriage, or someone to play music. Think about what you want to say. If you aren’t comfortable with giving a grand romantic speech then stick to simply speaking from the heart. Write your proposal down and read it back to yourself a few times to see how it sounds. There’s no need to rehearse it, but writing an outline will help you memorize what you want to say and you’re less likely to forget something because you’re nervous.

Be mindful of public proposals

Unless you know for sure that your partner would enjoy it, you may wish to consider making this a private affair. There will always be time to share the news with the friends and family later on. If, however, your partner always dreamed of a big, romantic proposal, then absolutely feel free to make them feel special by having it be more public.

Don’t forget to bring the camera

If you want, you can ask someone who’s nearby to capture the exact moment you ask your partner to marry you. This is definitely one of those moments that you will treasure for the rest of your life, and you want to have at least one photo to commemorate it. If no one’s around when you pop the question, feel free to take a few selfies.

Most importantly, when it comes to proposals, simply trust your gut. If you love your partner and know them well, there’s no doubt you will make it perfect.