What does the perfect engagement look like?
Application ideas for every type
A few specific ideas that have proven successful:
• Private & intimate: Dinner in the living room, your favorite café, or a prepared picnic in the park.
• Romantic & classic: Candles, piano music, or an evening by the sea at sunset.
• Public & spectacular: At a concert, at a viewpoint in New York, or at a surprise event with friends.
• Family-oriented: Involve parents or friends—ideal if your partner values family closeness.
Timing, location, and the right moment
Select ring: style, size, and engraving
The engagement ring is a visible sign of your promise. Take your cue from your partner's taste: silver vs. gold, simple band or solitaire, classic vs. modern design. Take a secret peek in their jewelry box, ask friends, or draw inspiration from shared memories. Practical tips: Measure (or have someone measure) the ring size before you buy, set a budget, and consider a personal engraving—this will make the ring a unique symbol of your love.
Do's & Don'ts – Avoid common mistakes
Common mistakes and how to avoid them:
• DON'T: Plan the proposal in an embarrassing or emotionally charged situation.
• DO: Be mindful of surprises that could make your partner feel uncomfortable (e.g., a public appearance if the other person is shy).
• DON'T: Focus solely on putting on a big show and ignore personal preferences.
• DO: Think practically : ring size, timing (the right moment), and whether you want to announce the engagement or keep it private at first.
Words for the proposal – short examples
The right words don't have to be long; honesty is what matters. Three suggestions:
1) "Will you share my life and become my partner for life?"
2) "I want to take every step of our life with you—will you marry me?"
3) Personal memory + question: "Since that day in [place], I've known that you're the one for me. Will you marry me?"
Ultimately, there is no magic formula for the perfect engagement. Trust your gut feeling, consider your partner's wishes, and enjoy the moment. You can find more tips on preparation, checklists for the proposal, and ideas for the engagement party in the following sections of this article.
An engagement seals your unique love for your partner
Before two people enter into marriage, they get engaged and thus announce their desire to marry soon. The engagement ring is a visible sign of this promise – nowadays, both partners can wear a ring, depending on personal taste and tradition. Whether both people wear engagement rings or just one is a personal choice: many couples take off their engagement rings before the wedding ceremony and exchange wedding rings; others combine their engagement ring and wedding ring (stacking ring) after the ceremony.
When choosing engagement and wedding rings, there are no limits to your imagination. Pay attention to the material, style, and comfort, and allow sufficient lead time: ideally, order your wedding rings three to six months before the wedding so that engravings or adjustments can be made in good time. A ring with a personal engraving makes the piece of jewelry a unique symbol of your relationship and serves as a daily reminder of the special moment of your engagement and wedding.
Practical tips: Have your ring size measured before purchasing (or read our instructions on measuring ring size), think about possible engraving texts (e.g., date, initials, or a short promise), and find out how to care for your ring so that it stays beautiful for a long time. FAQ Note: Yes, you can wear your engagement ring and wedding ring at the same time—many couples choose to wear their engagement ring as a stacking ring.
When you are ready to plan the next step, use the configurator at
From Fischer for initial inspiration. This will help you turn the moment into a lasting symbol of your love.
