Why Is Christmas Time the Best Time to Propose Marriage?

Without a doubt, Christmas is one of the most magical times of the year. With the twinkling lights, the family warmth and holiday cheer in the air, it is a perfect time to steal a moment of love and joy.

There’s no better time to ask for your partner’s hand in marriage then during the holidays! Not only is the holiday season the most popular time of year to get engaged, it is also the perfect season for making unforgettable memories.

Since this is the prime season to pop the question, we are sharing some out of the box ideas to make your moment memorable, along with a few pointers that will help ensure your proposal is magical.

A Magical Time of Year

Everything in the world is affected by Christmas. One whiff of pine or jingle of music, or glimpse of twinkling lights recalls the magic of the season. Combine this with the undeniable romance of winter – soft falling snowflakes, fires crackling in the backgrounds – and you have a recipe for an unforgettable proposal.

The Holidays are About Family, Love & New Beginnings

But Christmas isn’t all about gifts or fancy decorations. It’s a time to embrace family, soften our hearts and embrace beloved traditions, both familiar and novel.

Now is the ideal time to take a life altering plunge and engage in new traditions, as well as honoring old ones, with the person you love the most.

A Sentimental Time of Tradition

Christmas is a time for sentiment. From the promise of presents to the food to traditions, there’s a sense of togetherness and nostalgia that the season brings. Utilizing some of these older traditions as part of your proposal can create a romantic moment.

Good examples would be decorating the tree together, a romantic Christmas Eve dinner by candlelight and Christmas lights, or baking cookies together.

By proposing during this period you are linking your romance to family traditions, and helping ensure that your engagement will become part of your life’s great story.

Family Gatherings & Celebrations

Christmas is, for many, a family reunion.

If you and your partner tend to be close with your families, proposing during a family get-together or holiday celebration can be especially meaningful. Envision how you would feel to have friends and family present to witness the proposal and soak in all the joy.

Your proposal will be one that is not only unforgettable to the two of you, but one that will be unforgettable for the two of you and everyone involved.

Cozy & Whimsical Atmosphere

There is a warm and whimsical feeling associated with winter that gives everything a bit of magic. Crackling fires, blankets, hot cocoa, twinkling lights—Christmas is by design romantic.

Sharing a moment on the couch, you’re enjoying time watching the stars or a enjoying short walk underneath them, the coziness of the season often lends itself to suggesting the season’s proposals are more personal.

What are Some Amazing Christmas Marriage Proposal Ideas?

If you are brainstorming ideas for a Christmas marriage proposal, it is only logical that you may be unsure which direction to turn or how to create a magical moment.

Here are a few good ideas that are just the right way to pop the big question this Christmas.

Under the Christmas Tree

And really, what could be more magical than proposing beneath the Christmas tree? Couples can’t resist the charming twinkly lights and ornaments and the gentle glowing beauty of the tree while asking for each other’s hands in marriage.

Some suggestions include the tradition of decorating the tree together or even at the instant the tree lights up for the first time. You might even use an ornament for the ring, which would add surprise to the proposal itself.

Hidden Gift Proposal

Consider utilizing the tradition of giving gifts and take advantage of this opportunity to propose by hiding the engagement ring inside a beautifully wrapped box or placing it within a pile of gifts.

Your partner will almost be waiting for the next gift but unboxing that box and looking at the ring will be a shocking twist. To take the holiday magic up a notch, you might also consider including a note or poem along with the ring describing why you wish to spend forever together.

A Snowy Adventure

Are you hoping for a winter wonderland proposal? If so, you may want to embrace the snowy backdrop. If you are ice skating, skiing, or going on a sleigh ride, the winter activities of the season can set the perfect scene for a proposal.

Imagine skating on a frozen lake, and you stop in the middle to propose to the love of your life – there’s nothing more adventurous and romantic than snowy fun time!

Christmas Eve or Christmas Morning Proposal

There is excitement and intimacy in the time before Christmas Day. Think about doing it on Christmas Eve when the magic of the season has yet to reach its full height and there is a coziness and intimacy to the world.

Similarly, Christmas morning is another great opportunity to pop the question, amid the excitement of the holiday and the joy of giving gifts.

You can choose to surprise your unsuspecting special someone on the calm of Christmas Eve or on the jolly morning energy of Christmas day – both times are equally perfect to make the moment memorable.

Tips for a Memorable Proposal

So that your Christmas proposal is as memorable as the holiday, consider the following:

Time & Setting

When you propose is key. Select a time when your partner is at ease and the mood is appropriate. If you wish to remain low-key, Christmas Eve can be a good time for a private proposal. Perhaps you’d like to spread the joy to other people and Christmas Day is as good as any, particularly with your family.

Of course, select a setting that enhances the magic of the season! Be it a proposal in front of the tree at home or in a romantic winter cabin, the backdrop should be a place that feels special.

Seize the Day

Be sure to take photos or video of the moment. Whether you enlist a photographer or rig a camera to capture the moment, you’ll want to take pictures of the smiling faces the moment will produce. These moments will be remembered when, not if, you get engaged, and your families can celebrate the joy of your engagement together.

Make it Personal

Your engagement should be representative of your partnership. Consider the personality of your partner and memories you have together. Make sure your proposal includes your own personal details, whether that be a more intimate moment versus a larger proposal in front of more people.

Post-Proposal Celebration

Post the big moment, have a party if it suits your vibe. Announce it at a holiday engagement party or at some low-key, intimate evening with just the two of you. Book a holiday photo session for some festive engagement photos and to enjoy the moment and to begin gearing up for an exciting year ahead as you plan your wedding!

The magical atmosphere, the family spirit and the love in the air make Christmas the perfect time to pop the question and there are so many romantic Christmas traditions you can weave into your proposal.

Whether you stage a personal proposal or a larger-than-life one, the holiday season lends itself to limitless ways you can make your proposal special and memorable.

Take Action Today!

Anyone planning to propose this year should head over to their local jeweler, like Luna Felix Goldsmith, as soon as possible to begin the search for an ideal ring.

Rings take 4-6 weeks for customizations, so if you chose something that requires resizing or that you’d like to customize, you’ll want to get this process started ASAP!

You have time if you intend to propose next Christmas, but it’s not a bad thing to get ahead of the game by determining your partner’s taste and looking at rings.

Visit our jewelry store located at116 W San Francisco St # 208 Santa Fe, NM 87501 (505) 989-7679 and we will assist you in designing the perfect ring for that special Christmas moment.