The problem with budgets is they are about as subjective as the style of the engagement ring itself. The limit should be based on what you can and can’t afford, but ultimately you get to call the shots on how much you dish out. Since this might be the first time you’ve ever made such a big purchase attached to an equally significant commitment, there’s no shame in seeking a path to follow. You essentially have three choices regarding how much to spend on an engagement ring. The Path of the Two Mothers: Two-months’ salary has long been the go-to budget rule and works well with many people’s fi ..read more

Are you planning to travel for your proposal? How exciting! But now, you need to plan how you’ll get that extra sparkly item through security via your carry-on. To avoid any red flags with TSA, we’ve put together a list of things to do if you are heading to the airport with an engagement ring. Keep it in the box. It’s essential to keep the ring as secure as possible while traveling with it – the cushion or pillow inside the ring box will keep your ring safely in one place. If you’re concerned, tie a little note to your box that says, “engagement ring inside, please be discreet.” This lays it ..read more

When it comes to planning the perfect proposal, no step is more important than buying your partner’s dream ring, but you may be surprised that buying a ring is a little more complicated than just buying a ring. 1. Measure Their Finger in Secret Before you drop a pretty penny on your partner’s dream ring, you’ll want to make sure you know their ring size. The possibility of having a ring resized after you’ve purchased it depends on the design of the ring, the material, and how many sizes up or down it’ll need to go. If the band or setting is super intricate then resizing it, especially if i ..read more

When it comes to important questions in life, “Will you marry me?” tends to be a high one on that list. If you’re considering popping the question, you should consider a few things first. There are three things to do before you get down on one knee. 1. Make Sure the Answer Will Be “YES!” This may sound like a no-brainer, but if you’ve ever witnessed a proposal gone bad, you know there’s nothing worse or more awkward than the answer being “No”. While you may want the proposal to be a surprise, you don’t want the idea that the two of you could one day be married to come as a surprise. Make s ..read more

“How did they ask?!” is a question everyone will ask and want to know so why not give yourselves something to brag about! When you think about planning a life-changing moment, there are plenty of reasons why you should hire a professional. 1. They Help with Your Perfect Proposal Idea You’ll have a brainstorming session with your proposal planner where you provide as much information about your love story as possible. Be prepared to discuss special moments in your relationship, shared interests, hobbies, their profession, and their likes and dislikes. You’ll be asked all the right questions ..read more

The tradition of asking a father’s permission to marry his daughter can feel old-fashioned. Yet, the tradition of asking permission to marry is still carried out today and has evolved to be a sign of respect. This shows the love of your life how committed you are, but it can also be a great experience with your future father-in-law. 1. Talk About It You may be head over heels with each other, but if you haven’t discussed your future and marriage, then it’s time to pump the breaks and ask that question before stressing about asking the father for his blessing. 2. Consider Other Family Memb ..read more