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- Plan to surprise your partner, if possibleThe Knot: How to Propose
- Choose a location to propose
- The location could be the place where the two of you met, or another spot that has deeply special meaning to you as a couple
- If you want to go all out, consider a destination proposal
- Think about what you want to say ahead of time, including the phrase "Will you marry me?"
- Visualize yourself proposing; this may help calm your nerves
- Consider selecting an engagement ring before you propose
- You don't have to ask your partner's father for his blessing before you propose, but it might be a respectful thing to do
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If you have decided to propose marriage to someone, you know all too well the anxiety it can cause. No doubt you've run through several different possible scenarios about how you'll do it. Proposing marriage is a momentous occasion in anyone's life, and while some engagement proposals are spontaneous, many are carefully planned. From buying an engagement ring to popping the question, this page will offer tips on how to propose.
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Engagement Rings
While you might prefer to keep the actual engagement proposal a surprise for your partner, consider shopping for an engagement ring together. This will ensure that your partner gets a ring she will truly love. If you don't want to shop together for a ring, think about the style of jewelry she wears—is it elaborate, or more classic? If you need to know her ring size, try to borrow a ring she has worn recently; take it to a jeweler to be measured. Be sure to confirm that your engagement ring will be ready in time for your planned proposal.Brides.com: How to Propose: A Groom's Guide| How to Propose | How to Plan a Destination Proposal | How to Buy an Engagement Ring | How to Propose to Your Boyfriend | How to Propose to Your Partner | Engagement Rings | Cheap Engagement Ring | How to Date Online | How to Ask a Girl Out | How to Plan a Cheap Date | How to Find a Wife