Planning on getting engaged during the most romantic month of the year? Congrats! It’s a day that’s waited upon by romantics all over the world who want to ask for their partner’s hand in marriage. And for good reason… February is a whole vibe rivaled only by Christmas, but instead of good cheer and roast dinners there’s heaps of chocolate and imaginary cherubs floating about. (Which we may or may not have imagined because of all the chocolate we’ve already consumed.)
Back to the proposals. You’ve waited all this time and gotten the perfect ring for your beloved, so it makes sense to do something special when you pop the question. To help you out, here are some ideas to help you make your Valentine’s Day proposal the best that it can be.
We’ve even got 1 bonus tip that you won’t want to skip (hint: It protects the ring better than Frodo).
Let’s get adventurous
If you’re part of an adventurous couple, then it’s time to think outside the box. Literally. Think about all the different outdoor activities you both enjoy and consider how to weave your proposal into it. Like proposing on a ski ledge before sliding down, or during a scenic hike with breathtaking views, or in your favourite park on a picnic blanket. Hey, it doesn’t have to be an adrenaline rush (although if that’s what you’re into then go for it).
Love is in the air
Book a hot air balloon ride for just the 2 of you, bring your best proposal speech, and a flask of your favourite beverage. The view that takes your breath away, the experience that you never get in your ordinary life… It’s pure magic. Just make sure that you book a private ride or you could get grouped with people you don’t know.
The hobby theme
There’s nothing quite like the proposal that’s tied to who your partner is or who you 2 are as a couple. List all the things that he or she loves or what you love doing together, like reading, playing board games, horse riding, watching movies, cooking, etc.
Here are some ideas to inspire you:
- For the readers: Consider putting the engagement ring in a book, propose at your favourite library, or slip your ring tied to a ribbon in between the pages of a beloved book.
- For the horseback riders: Saddle up and ride to a quiet, private place.
- For the board game lovers: Spell it out with Scrabble or make your very own Cludo game where the murderer is actually you in the library with a ring.
- For the movie lovers: Cut your own trailer of your love story using home videos and organise a projector and speakers so you can take home movie night to a whole new, romantic level.
- For the foodies: Prepare a multi-course private dinner, starring their favourite foods and an engagement ring for dessert.
The artistic touch
Expressive couples will love this 1, because it’s an opportunity to do something thoroughly unique that you can both treasure for years and years to come.
A few ideas to get you started:
- Put together a photo album of relationship milestones and silly moments, leaving a blank space for a new photo with a label that says, ‘our engagement’, and have someone ready to capture the moment on camera.
- Paint pictures together as part of a couples art activity and while you’re having fun, turn your canvas around to reveal the words, ‘will you marry me’ on your canvas.
- Bind together and print a DIY book of your love story, complete with your proposal.
- Create a song and sing it to your love on the day of the proposal.
Let’s talk about the ring
We don’t want to take away any of the romance by bringing up insurance… But engagement rings are small, expensive, and easily misplaced or stolen. Unlike a phone, it may not be possible to buy another 1 of the same value if the worst does happen. This is why it’s recommended that you insure your ring with either home contents insurance or portable possessions insurance.
Whichever type of cover you choose, just make sure that you specify your ring to ensure that it’s covered for its replacement value in case of theft, accidental loss or damage. If you’re interested in looking into some cover before you pop the question, click here or call 0860 50 50 50 and a friendly consultants will talk you through your options.
Posted in partnership with King Price Insurance
