What Knee do I Kneel on When Proposing?…and Some Other Proposal Questions
There is no question that proposing is a time of questions for most men. After all there is a pretty good chance you’ve never done it before. If it is time number two or three, you probably have things all figured out. Here are some of the most common questions guys ask.
What knee do I kneel on when proposing?
As when being knighted, the left knee should be down when you are proposing. Have the right knee up and hold the ring box in your right hand while opening it with the left. If you are left handed, you can make an exception to this rule.
Should I let her pick her own engagement ring?
Yes, you should let her choose her own ring. You should actually find out exactly what she likes first, then buy the ring yourself so that you can make the proposal a surprise. It is a very good idea to discuss marriage before you actually propose to your girlfriend. Part of those discussions can be on the kind of ring she likes. If you are smoother than the guy in the Keystone Light commercials you can find out without letting her know you’ll be buying her the exact same ring anytime soon. See my post on how to save money on engagement rings to find out how you can get her a really nice engagement ring without spending so much money.
Should women propose to men?
Although definitely not the norm, women proposing to men is a growing trend. 63% of Americans in a recent survey agree that women getting down on one knee is more commonplace now than in the past.
Do you need to have a ring to give to her when you propose?
Well, maybe not have to have one, but it is a really good idea. Almost 40% of women surveyed indicated that they though not having a ring to give at proposal time is mistake numero uno a guy can make. I don’t know about you, but avoiding the number one proposal mistake sounds like a good idea to me.
Should I tell anyone before I propose to my girlfriend?
If you are a traditionalist, you should tell her father or parents when you ask for their permission first. Other than that, no, it just adds stress and pressure that you do not really need, and increases the chances that she’ll find out before you actually propose to her, spoiling the surprise. Also, if she thinks you are going to ask her to marry you but for some reason you don’t do it when she thinks you are going to, it can really put a strain on the relationship. If you do ask her father, make sure that he knows not to tell anyone you asked first.
