Christmas is always a magical time of the year. If you’ve been thinking about settling down with your partner, why not make this year’s holiday even more special by proposing marriage? Here are some tips to help you pull off a Christmas proposal with confidence.
Choose Your Day
First, decide when you will propose. According to a recent survey, almost one-third of people think Christmas Eve is the best time to propose, although Christmas Day is another popular choice. Decide which day is right for your Christmas proposal and start planning well in advance.
Public or Private?
When deciding when and where to stage your Christmas proposal, think carefully about whether you should propose in private or in front of family and friends. The right decision here depends on your partner’s personality and preferences: if they love to be the center of attention, a public proposal could go down well. However, before you go down on one knee in the middle of Christmas dinner, you must be sure that marriage is something you both want at this point in your lives. As Christmas approaches, talk to your partner to get their perspective on marriage so you can propose with confidence.
Practice Makes Perfect
Avoid stumbling over your words by practicing what you will say in advance. You don’t need to make a big speech; a few heartfelt words about what your sweetheart means to you will do. However, nerves have caused many a would-be groom to stutter. Practice asking the all-important question until you are sure you can get the words out without tripping over them.
Pick a Beautiful Ring
Getting the right engagement ring is incredibly important. With any luck, your beloved will wear this ring every day for the rest of their life. Before Christmas, take any chance you can to window shop rings together so you can get an idea of your partner’s tastes. Learn about the different diamond cuts and quality standards so you are sure of getting a ring that reflects how much your lover means to you.