ENGAGEMENT IDEAS & ADVICE

There are numerous of reasons why you may be looking at information on 'The Engagement' right now, but chances are that you are either looking for ring advice, engagement ideas, proposal tips or alike. Assuming that's the case - you've come to the right place with this section of the site is dedicated to all that and more.

Introduction

Whether you're seeking advice on buying engagement rings, have recently bought a ring and are planning to propose, or have just got engaged and are after advice on annoucements and engagement parties, congratulations! You have just taken the first steps on a journey into married life with the person who will be your companion, lover and friend. With effort, determination, love and teamwork, it is a journey that will last a lifetime, and one which will bring year after year of happy memories and good times.

 

But before we go any further, we think it may be wise for you to spend a few moments reading the 'Rules of Engagement'. Anyone who has been engaged or married before will be familiar with the 'rules' but for those of you who aren't, it is worthwhile familiarising youself with what you are about to enter into. Here goes:

 

 

The Rules of Engagement

 

'Getting engaged is something that should not be taken lightly and it requires much forethought before going ahead with - it should not be done whilst drunk or bored. The two of you must be in love, and ready to commit physically and mentally to a long term partnership in which arguments are forbidden and, should they occur, the woman is always right. It is likely that the engagement will require the purchase of an expensive ring which should cripple you financially for the immediate future. Upon purchase of the ring, neither of you may look at another person nor communicate with anyone of the opposite sex. Potential in-laws should be welcomed with open arms and, in anticipation of the financial contribution they traditionally make to the wedding, be shown utter respect and never ignored - if they plan to make no monetary donation, delete as appropriate.'

Now that's out of the way, lets gets down to reality. Getting engaged can be both daunting and exciting. To help you out, we have pulled together a comprehensive list of all sorts of information and engagement ideas to maximise the fun and minimise the worry - to get started, simply naviagte striaght to the article that mosts interests you from the list below:

 

	GETTING ENGAGED Engagement ideas and advice focussed on the key issue of getting engaged
Getting Engaged Overview - - - Marriage Compatibility | When to Get Engaged

 

	ENGAGEMENT RING GUIDE Essential reading for those looking to splash the cash on a beautiful engag
Engagement Ring Overview - - - The Diamond | The Band | Settings | Alternative Gems - - - Choosing a Ring | Buying the Ring

 

	MARRIAGE PROPOSALS With ring in hand, next comes the tricky issue of popping the question - here's our expert guide
Marriage Proposal Overview - - - When to Propose | Where to Propose | How to Propose

	ENGAGEMENT IDEAS From telling the world to celebrating with loved ones - these engagement ideas will help you out
Announcements | Engagement Parties

If there are any additional articles you would liek to see in this part of the site, please do not hesitate to get in touch and we'll see what we can do to assist.

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Recommended Reading

For those of you wanting to find out more, we've a whole host of other engagement articles on our site packed full of expert information and helpful advice, not to mention our online wedding directory that's filled with jewellers, bespoke ring makers and more.