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Winter is an incredibly romantic time of year. Snow, twinkling lights, a cozy fire…It’s exactly the right kind of setting to create memories to last a lifetime. When you’ve found The One, you want to show them just how special they are, starting with the ring. Unique engagement rings are definitely one way to go when you’re looking for a way to express your love. Diamonds are a classic, but if you want to make a statement, you might prefer to incorporate something personalized for your beloved, such as pearl engagement rings to signify a June birthstone or wedding date. But the ring is just one part of the occasion. While there’s absolutely nothing wrong with proposing over a bottle of wine, if you’re looking for a more unconventional way to pop the question for your winter proposal, read on to get your creative juices flowing.
1. Caroler Pitch
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Soft music, candlelight, a collection of well-wishers looking on…talk about romance. A singing proposal is utterly charming, and almost guaranteed to be unexpected. Round up a group of pals or hire pros to act as your backdrop for getting down on one knee.
2. Snowy Setup
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Another unique way to propose that you can only do in winter is to scoop it out of the snow in big, bold letters. On the front lawn or in a fairytale clearing in the woods, the setting is up to you, but since snow is ephemeral, be sure to snap a pic. Weather not cooperating? Spell it out with fairy lights.
3. Sleigh Ride Scenario
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Crisp air and jingle bells as you dash among fresh-scented pines create a delightful setting to press your suit. There’s nothing to beat a horse-drawn sleigh to create a marvelous old-world mood as you invite your beloved to engage in a time-honored tradition. For city-dwellers, a carriage ride is equally charming for a winter proposal, with the can’t-be-beat backdrop of an amazing skyline.
4. Snowman Scheme
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If you’ve got enough of the white stuff and you’re looking for a more subtle way to propose, build a snowman to act as your go-between. Just be sure to place the ring box in a prominent spot so the message is clear.
5. Puppy Proposal
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Is a fur baby on your sweetheart’s Christmas list? If so, you can incorporate the adorable little bambino into your proposal. A ring tied to a ribbon on Puptart’s collar is about as charming as an offer of marriage can get.
Other Important Factors to Consider for Your Winter Proposal:
- Privacy
Will the event be an intimate one-on-one, or do you plan it incorporate it into a party with family and friends?
- Photography
Selfies are great, but a lot of people prefer to hire a professional to capture this all-important moment.
- Wording
Picking out the ring and arranging the set-up takes up a decent amount of brain space. Don’t forget to practice the actual words you plan to use to ask that all-important question.
- Weather
Snow is wonderfully romantic — except when it arrives in the form of a blizzard. Have an indoor alternative in case Mother Nature doesn’t cooperate.
- Wardrobe
An enjoyable outdoor proposal means both of you need to be dressed for the occasion. No one wants their engagement photos to include blue lips!
