THE PERFECT PROPOSAL

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What does the perfect proposal look like?

Imagine your perfect proposal. Are you surrounded by family and friends in front of the Eiffel tower? Is your other half on one knee, pulling out the most incredible diamond ring, while a string quartet plays in the background? Or are you at home on the sofa with some good food and wine?

One of the most important questions you will ever ask, and possibly the most nerve-wracking one too, is asking someone to marry you. It’s far from an easy task and there is so much pressure for it to be the perfect moment, so no wonder many people are perplexed about how to propose to their special someone.


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Our new study, which surveyed 2,000 heterosexual men and women in the UK seeks to uncover what the ‘perfect proposal’ looks like in the eyes of the British public, revealing that 2 years and 112 days into a relationship is the perfect time to propose to your partner.

The findings come to light as we enter ‘proposal season’ (considered to run from November to February) and many couples consider making the next step in their relationship.

How soon is too soon to propose? Interestingly, women were more likely to want to be with their partner for longer before proposing, wanting to wait 2 years and 125 days on average, compared to 2 years and 98 days for men.



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What is the perfect time and place to get engaged?

When it comes to the perfect place for the proposal, choosing somewhere sentimental was found to be key, with the majority of men (54%) and women (60%) stating that somewhere personal and meaningful to them and their partner is the best location for the proposal.

Crucially, the vast majority (84%) of respondents said that they would want the proposal to happen in private, away from the public eye. Although having someone else present to be able to capture the moment in a photo is still important to many (39%).

For those who would like to propose on a significant date, the most preferred choice was found to be on the couple’s anniversary (34% of respondents). Interestingly, New Year's Day was found to be the least popular choice, only 2% of the population would like to get engaged on that date.


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Are diamonds everyone’s best friend and how much should an engagement ring cost?

Google search data shows that one of the most common questions surrounding proposals is how much you should spend on an engagement ring, with over 2,000 people in the UK searching for the answer each month.

According to ROX’s research, 90% of people would pay up to £3,000 for an engagement ring, although the perfect amount to spend on the ring was found to be £1,429. When looking at the differences between how much men and women believe should be spent on a ring, women believed that on average a ring should cost £1,567. Comparatively men, believe it should cost £1,284 - £283 less.

When it comes to gemstones, diamonds seem to be everyone’s best friends, as the majority of people (66%) prefer diamond engagement rings, with the most popular choice being a natural diamond (59%).



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proposal stats

According to ROX’s research, 90% of people would pay up to £3,000 for an engagement ring, although the perfect amount to spend on the ring was found to be £1,429. When looking at the differences between how much men and women believe should be spent on a ring, women believed that on average a ring should cost £1,567. Comparatively men, believe it should cost £1,284 - £283 less.

When it comes to gemstones, diamonds seem to be everyone’s best friends, as the majority of people (66%) prefer diamond engagement rings, with the most popular choice being a natural diamond (59%).



What does the perfect proposal look like?

Imagine your perfect proposal. Are you surrounded by family and friends in front of the Eiffel tower? Is your other half on one knee, pulling out the most incredible diamond ring, while a string quartet plays in the background? Or are you at home on the sofa with some good food and wine?

One of the most important questions you will ever ask, and possibly the most nerve-wracking one too, is asking someone to marry you. It’s far from an easy task and there is so much pressure for it to be the perfect moment, so no wonder many people are perplexed about how to propose to their special someone.


stats

Our new study, which surveyed 2,000 heterosexual men and women in the UK seeks to uncover what the ‘perfect proposal’ looks like in the eyes of the British public, revealing that 2 years and 112 days into a relationship is the perfect time to propose to your partner.

The findings come to light as we enter ‘proposal season’ (considered to run from November to February) and many couples consider making the next step in their relationship.

How soon is too soon to propose? Interestingly, women were more likely to want to be with their partner for longer before proposing, wanting to wait 2 years and 125 days on average, compared to 2 years and 98 days for men.



yellow diamond ring

What is the perfect time and place to get engaged?

When it comes to the perfect place for the proposal, choosing somewhere sentimental was found to be key, with the majority of men (54%) and women (60%) stating that somewhere personal and meaningful to them and their partner is the best location for the proposal.

Crucially, the vast majority (84%) of respondents said that they would want the proposal to happen in private, away from the public eye. Although having someone else present to be able to capture the moment in a photo is still important to many (39%).

For those who would like to propose on a significant date, the most preferred choice was found to be on the couple’s anniversary (34% of respondents). Interestingly, New Year's Day was found to be the least popular choice, only 2% of the population would like to get engaged on that date.


halo ring

Are diamonds everyone’s best friend and how much should an engagement ring cost?

Google search data shows that one of the most common questions surrounding proposals is how much you should spend on an engagement ring, with over 2,000 people in the UK searching for the answer each month.

According to ROX’s research, 90% of people would pay up to £3,000 for an engagement ring, although the perfect amount to spend on the ring was found to be £1,429. When looking at the differences between how much men and women believe should be spent on a ring, women believed that on average a ring should cost £1,567. Comparatively men, believe it should cost £1,284 - £283 less.

When it comes to gemstones, diamonds seem to be everyone’s best friends, as the majority of people (66%) prefer diamond engagement rings, with the most popular choice being a natural diamond (59%).

proposal stats
proposal stats

According to ROX’s research, 90% of people would pay up to £3,000 for an engagement ring, although the perfect amount to spend on the ring was found to be £1,429. When looking at the differences between how much men and women believe should be spent on a ring, women believed that on average a ring should cost £1,567. Comparatively men, believe it should cost £1,284 - £283 less.

When it comes to gemstones, diamonds seem to be everyone’s best friends, as the majority of people (66%) prefer diamond engagement rings, with the most popular choice being a natural diamond (59%).



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“It can be challenging to know where to begin when it comes to proposals. Social media can be oversaturated with 'perfect proposals', but the most important thing to remember is that a proposal is merely the beginning of the beautiful union you're creating with your partner. And while it's easier to think your partner might want something straight out of a fairytale, in reality, they might want something much simpler and personal to you as a couple.

To make things a little easier, our experts in-store can steer you in the right direction, helping you make the right choice when it comes to the engagement ring and making sure you get the 'perfect proposal' for you as a couple."

Kyron Keogh, Co-founder of ROX - Diamonds & Thrills

headshot of Kyron Keogh

“It can be challenging to know where to begin when it comes to proposals. Social media can be oversaturated with 'perfect proposals', but the most important thing to remember is that a proposal is merely the beginning of the beautiful union you're creating with your partner.”

"And while it's easier to think your partner might want something straight out of a fairytale, in reality, they might want something much simpler and personal to you as a couple.”

"To make things a little easier, our experts in-store can steer you in the right direction, helping you make the right choice when it comes to the engagement ring and making sure you get the 'perfect proposal' for you as a couple."

Kyron Keogh, Co-founder of ROX - Diamonds & Thrills

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