Planning to propose soon? You’ve bought the ring (or at least started looking 👀), your heart is racing, and you want the moment to be unforgettable. But where do you even start?
Whether you're planning a surprise engagement or working closely with your partner, a well-structured timeline can ease the pressure and make the entire experience meaningful. Here’s your complete month-by-month breakdown to get everything right.
✅ 6 Months Before: Start with the Vision
1. Define Your Proposal Style
Are you a private dinner-at-home type or dreaming of a beach sunset proposal with hidden photographers? Start exploring what feels authentic to your relationship.
2. Start Shopping for the Ring
If you're going custom or looking for premium lab-grown diamonds (think 1 carat+, D-E color, VVS-VS clarity), now’s the time to browse and order. At Diamond Monster, we recommend at least 2–3 months for custom settings.
3. Get Her (or Their) Ring Size
Sneak a ring from their jewelry box or enlist a friend to help you find the size discreetly.
4. Talk to Her Inner Circle (If Appropriate)
Sometimes, friends or family members can offer insight into what she’s envisioned. Bonus: they might help with logistics too.
✅ 3 Months Before: Get the Details in Place
1. Finalize the Ring
Ensure the diamond and setting are confirmed and production is underway. If you need certification (like GIA or IGI), factor in that timeline too.
2. Scout the Location
Whether it’s a private escape or public gesture, finalize where and how it’s going down. Book any necessary reservations.
3. Plan the Cover Story
If it’s a surprise, you’ll need an airtight excuse for getting her to the location without suspicion.
✅ 1 Month Before: Rehearse and Refine
1. Receive the Ring & Inspect It
Unbox your Diamond Monster ring, check every sparkle and detail. We package each piece in luxury presentation boxes — perfect for that Instagram-worthy moment.
2. Practice What You’ll Say
You don’t need a script, but think about the emotion you want to convey. Authentic > perfect.
3. Coordinate Photos or Video (Optional)
Want a photographer to capture it all? Now’s the time to brief them, share locations, and discuss timing.
4. Prep for the Afterglow
Dinner reservations? A surprise party? A weekend getaway? Plan the celebration that follows the “yes.”
💎 Final Thoughts
A proposal is more than a question — it’s a reflection of your story, your love, and your future. With the right planning, you can create a memory that will last a lifetime (and look great on her feed 😉).
Thinking of starting your journey? Browse our handpicked solitaire diamond rings, crafted for unforgettable beginnings.
