Why You Should Propose During the Holiday Season

‘Tis the season to be merry — and get engaged! As the holiday season approaches, you’ll likely see more couples getting engaged; and it’s not all a coincidence. In fact, this study shows that wedding proposals increase 19% during the months of November and December. With twinkling lights and festive spirits in the air, we can see exactly why this statistic is as high as it is. Who wouldn’t want to get engaged during the holiday season?

If you are looking to propose to your loved one during this upcoming holiday season, you’re in the right place. Below, we are offering up 5 reasons why you should propose during the holiday season — and if you are in need of inspiration, look no further. We have even included a few sustainable diamond engagement ring ideas — sparkly enough to stun your partner. 

Read on for five reasons why you should propose during this joyful and merry holiday season. 

1.Celebrate with Family and Friends

During the holiday season, you will likely spend more time than usual with family and friends. Between Thanksgiving, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah and Christmas festivities, the opportunities to celebrate your engagement with your loved ones are endless. Rather than worry about planning an engagement party and asking your family to take time off of work, celebrate your holiday proposal while everyone is already together. 

2. The Options for Festive Proposal Locations are Endless

During the holiday months, there are bound to be plenty of locations for your photo worthy holiday proposal. From ice skating rinks to pop-up holiday markets and twinkling Christmas trees, your significant other will be so grateful you chose the most magical time of the year to pop the question.

Looking to go above and beyond for your holiday proposal? Plan a destination proposal to a location like New York City’s Rockefeller Center or the Christmas Tree in Chicago’s Millennium Park. Regardless, your holiday proposal will be something out of a movie. 

3. A Lovely Way to End the Year — and start the new one off with a bang! 

Once you have purchased a dreamy engagement ring and planned a magical holiday proposal, it’s time to begin wedding planning! We cannot think of a better way for your partner to head into the New Year than with a sparkly engagement ring to show off. After all, you will be ending the current year filled with love and starting the New Year on a high note. How magical!

4. The Gift to Give

A 100% lab grown diamond engagement ring as a holiday gift? We won’t turn that one down! If you are ready to get engaged and looking for the one gift that will really “WOW” your significant other, look no further. A sustainable, diamond engagement ring from Stefano Navi is sure to be the Yankee Swap gift winner. 

Need some help choosing the perfect engagement ring? Here is our guide on how to choose the best engagement ring cut and some advice on how much money you should be spending on an engagement ring. 

5. It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Filled with festive holiday carols, sugar cookies, and twinkling snowfall, we cannot think of a more magical time to propose to your significant other. Once you have completed your holiday proposal with a stunning engagement ring, you can celebrate over a warm cup of hot chocolate or under the sparkling lights of a Christmas tree. 

In need of sustainable, diamond engagement ring inspiration? Browse our engagement ring styles, where every ring is created using recycled metals, melted to their purest form. Once you choose your preferred engagement ring setting, add your own one-of-a-kind, ethical lab grown diamond. Some of our favorite styles include the Ava Six-Prong Engagement Ring, the Alessandra Hidden Halo Pave Diamond Engagement Ring, and the Kelly Halo Engagement Ring in Pavé.