They don’t call it engagement season for nothing. A staggering 33% of engagements occur between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. In other words, for every three weddings you attended in 2017, one of them started with a holiday proposal. If you’re hoping for your own magical moment this holiday season, here are five signals to keep an eye out for that might indicate he’s planning on popping the big question this Christmas.
- He’s taken a keen interest in this year’s holiday plans. Let’s face it — many guys won’t worry about when and where to show up for holiday gatherings until a day or two before the party. If your man has been peppering you with questions about family get-togethers, office parties or other obligations, this may mean he’s mapping out a schedule for the perfect day to propose this holiday.
- He’s been busier than usual. With the amount of time he’s spent working late at the office or meeting his buddies for beers, you’d think he’s been pulling overtime in Santa’s workshop. Never fear. Buying an engagement ring can be a lengthy process because he really wants to nail the purchase. This will often require that a significant amount of time be spent shopping around or meeting with your friends and family to quiz them on ring styles or commission their help for the proposal.
- He went out of his way to spend time with your parents. Call it old school but it’s still considered proper etiquette by some for the groom-to-be to ask for the bride’s parents blessing before getting down on one knee. Has he recently offered to help your folks with a household project or scheduled a man outing with your dad? If so, he may have ulterior motives.
- You told him what you wanted for Christmas and he was ho-hum about it. You sent him your Amazon holiday wishlist weeks ago and you haven’t heard a word about it (and nothing has been purchased). What gives? Don’t fret. This is a classic spot where it’s going to be hard for him to hide his agenda. Don’t question him too much unless you want to spoil the surprise!
- You woke up to him tying a piece of yarn around your ring finger. Dead giveaway.
And a bonus telltale sign–He’s talking more about marriage. Maybe he just can’t contain himself. If he’s bringing up rings, wedding ideas or plans for the future more than usual, just go with it! What could be better than him not being able to contain his excitement about spending the rest of his life with you?
What’s your perfect holiday proposal? Let us know in the comments. And have fun exploring merry gifts to make the season bright!
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