Valentine's Day marks the end of engagement season, so if you're recently engaged, congratulations! We're excited to be a part of your planning process as you find inspiration and make the decisions that will lead to your picture-perfect wedding day. Being engaged is an exciting time full of planning, congratulatory events, and ... More »
At this point, most people know that they should inform their nearest and dearest about their engagement before announcing it on social media. But what if a couple decides to never post about the proposal? It’s certainly not required, and some people have started to feel social media fatigue as it seems to take over our lives and interacti... More »
Engagement season is officially upon us! If you are planning to pop the question soon, it’s understandable if you’re a little nervous. However, we are here to help! There is definitely no one-size-fits-all guide to proposing, since every person and relationship is different. On the other hand, there are still plenty of things to keep... More »
It’s engagement season! As many people out there are currently planning how to propose to their beloved, there are even more patiently (or perhaps not-so patiently) waiting for a ring. In these modern times, most couples discuss these next steps together, rather than risk popping the question on an unsuspecting sweetheart who doesn’t... More »
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Watch Ellen DeGeneres Surprise an Engaged Couple
Getting engaged and preparing for your big day is supposed to be a magical time for both you, your fiancé(e), and your friends and family. Unfortunately, that’s not 100% the case for Kate Austin, who on a whim tweeted to Chrissy Teigen and Ellen DeGeneres that her parents would not be attending her wedding because they do not approve ... More »
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The Pros and Cons of Buying an Engagement Ring After the Proposal
In the modern history of proposals, a groom typically finds an engagement ring – often after consulting the mother, sister, or close friend of his beloved– and then gets down on one knee and pops the question. Nowadays, there is such a variety in styles of engagement rings that a woman may be inclined to have more of a say in the rin... More »
Here at Inside Weddings, there is nothing we like more than a love story. Though a wedding is the ultimate celebration of romance, a couple’s love really culminates in a proposal. There are a million different ways to pop the question, whether it’s public or private, simple or elaborate. Read these stories from brides featured in our... More »
A few months after Julz Graves moved to New York City, a friend had given her number to Paul Kirchner thinking they would be great together. They texted back and forth for a few weeks until finally meeting in person by chance on a night out with the friend who set them up. "We walked in the door and Bailey urgently grabbed my arm and whispered, ... More »
You've found the love of your life, they proposed, and now you're engaged! While you have a lot to prepare for your wedding day, there are some items you can cross off your list early to make everything go smoothly in the months ahead. From a ring box to keep your sparkler safe to an organizer that will help you keep everything straight, we hav... More »
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Real Proposal Stories from the Brides' Perspective
Proposing marriage is a long-lasting tradition that can be incredibly elaborate or simple and low key. No matter the way the question is popped, it will last forever in the couple’s memory. After getting engaged, you’ll likely be faced with people repeatedly asking to hear the story of the proposal. In fact, we asked recently married... More »
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