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Fun Facts About Proposals
- During ancient Rome times, the Groom would give the father of the Bride a symbolic coin. By the Father accepting the coin, he gave permission to marry his daughter.
- Proposing on one knee dates back to Medieval Knights.
- During the 1700's proposals transcended economic or financial gain.
- In 1939, De Beers Diamond Jewelry hired a leading advertising agency which ran magazine ads creating a huge effect on proposals.
- In 1948, the leading advertising agency introduced the popular slogan, "a diamond is forever".
- Historically proposals were conveyed in a form of a written letter.
- Long engagements were once common in formal especially with arranged marriages. Today average between 6 months - 2 years.
- Giving of "the ring" was borrowed from Judaism by Roman Marriage Law, the Fiancé presenting it after swearing the oath of marriage intent, "will you marry me".
- The negotiation of Bride Price or Dowry is still practiced today in select cultures and countries.
- An engagement ring is a gift and separate from the wedding ring.
- The fourth finger on the left hand (aka: ring finger) dates back to Romans, whom believed this finger to be the beginning of the "vein of love" (vena amoris) as the vein leads to the heart.
- The bride's engagement diamond ring is worn on top of the wedding band post nuptials and thereafter.
- Not all countries practice the bride's engagement diamond ring.
- In our American culture, engagements are announced at during an Engagement Party, traditionally hosted by the bride's parents.
- The bowing on the left knee reflects that majority are right handed.
- Today rarely are Fiancés not involved in choosing or designing their engagement rings.
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Shopping for Bling, Bling, the Ring
- Have a budget range in mind.
- Take note to the jewelry material usually worn whether rose, white gold, or yellow gold.
- How will the size and style impact their job?
- Research and learn about the 4 diamond C's: Carat, Cut, Clarity, and Color.
- Knowing the preferred ring style will help whether a antique or modern setting.
- Consider taking a loved one with you most familiar with their taste that won't ruin the surprise either.
- Carefully consider the diamond shape (aka: cut). Most popular: Cushion, Emerald, Marquise, Oval, Princess, Radiant, or Round.
- How will a wedding band fit and look with the engagement ring?
- Research reputable jewelers. Ask loved ones who they used.
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Proposal Tips
- Have the candid conversations about marriage, children, and finances before proposing. Otherwise you could be disappointed that you don't have the same life vision.
- Ask or convey your proposal wishes to the parents before proposing. The proper etiquette is to ask the father's permission before proposing.
- Determine whether a proposal is a private or public event amongst loved ones.
- Listen to your future Fiancés dreams and wishes before planning "the proposal".
- Give them a minutes to process the proposal. Remain kneeled until you hear "yes".
- Don't plan during someone's special moment whether a anniversary, birthday, engagement party, milestone celebration, retirement, or wedding.
- Insure the ring in the event it's lost or stolen.
- Post hearing "yes" do discuss how you plan to tell your loved ones. Always nice to prioritize and your visit loved ones to share your exciting new news.
- Respect their cultural and/or family traditions.
- Knowing the ring size will best ensure it fits.
- If you're not sure you'll hear a "yes", then keep it private and intimate.
- Choose a meaning location and/or props special to you both.
- Hire a photographer to capture the special moment.
- Somewhat rehearse what your going to say. Make it personable.
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