How to Propose Without Totally Screwing Up

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How to Propose Without Totally Screwing It Up

So, you’ve found the one. The person you want to annoy forever. Congrats! Now comes the easy part, asking them to spend the rest of their life with you in one perfect, stress-free, romantic moment that will be remembered (and judged) forever.

No pressure, right? Don’t worry. We’ve seen the good, the bad, and the truly ridiculous. And we’re here to help. Here’s how to propose without totally screwing it up— or at least how to make it look like you nailed it.

Do not hide a ring in food
1.Don’t Hide the Ring in Food

Seriously. Don’t.

You’d be shocked how many people have proposed with a diamond ring inside a slice of cake, a champagne glass, or (yes, really) a burrito. Nothing says “forever” like a trip to urgent care for a swallowed diamond.

Steven Singer Tip: Put the ring in a box. Then put the box in your pocket. Like a normal human.
Know your audience—intimate vs public proposals
2.Know Your Audience

It’s about your partner, not Instagram

Not everyone wants a jumbotron proposal with pyrotechnics. Some want a quiet moment; others want destination drama or a TikTok-ready production with drone footage and three outfit changes.

Steven Singer Tip: Pro tip — know your partner. This proposal isn’t about what makes you look good online. It’s about what makes your soon-to-be fiancé say yes and (ideally) cry happy tears.
Last-minute ring shopping panic
3.Don’t Wait Until the Last Second

to Buy the Ring

We love last-minute shoppers. Truly. But if you’re proposing Saturday and still shopping, you’re sweating more than you need to. This isn’t just a sparkly rock—it’s a symbol of forever.

Steven Singer Tip: Make an appointment with a real expert and enjoy the process. Short on time? Check our Ready-to-Ship Rings—fast and free shipping, and a team ready to help you pick the right ring, right now.
Real natural diamond close-up
4.Lab-Grown Diamonds?

Yeah… Don’t Do That.

Sure, they look shiny. But they’re mass-produced and lose value fast—think “resale value = a high-five and a shrug.”

Steven Singer Tip: We only sell real, natural, ethically sourced diamonds—stones that hold value, beauty, and meaning. Your love is real. Your diamond should be too.
Backup plan for rainy day proposal
5.Have a Backup Plan

Because Life Happens

Outdoor proposal? It’ll probably rain. Big crowd? Half will cancel. The only thing that must go right is the “Will you marry me?” part.

Steven Singer Tip: If you’ve got the right ring and the right person—you’re golden. Everything else is extra.
Simple heartfelt proposal moment
Don’t Overthink It — Just Do It Right
Your proposal doesn’t have to be perfect. It just has to be you. And with a little help from Steven Singer, you’ll have the perfect ring.

You can shop our entire engagement ring collection above. Go get ’em, Romeo. Just leave the burrito out of it.

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