Call us hopeless romantics, but Christmas really is the best time of the year and the perfect time to propose marriage. With long, dark and cozy nights, twinkling Christmas lights and heart-warming mulled wine on tap, there is magic in the air and romance in abundance.

Here are all the reasons to make the most of this magical time of year and make it extra special with a Christmas proposal. Because we all know 2020 could use some good news …

5 reasons to propose this Christmas

Proposing marriage to the love of your life is possibly the most exciting experience ever. The stress of getting that one special moment right can be the biggest decision you will ever have to make.

If you are thinking of asking your partner for the hand, the holiday season may be the best time to ask the question. Here are the top five reasons to propose this Christmas.

It’s the perfect Christmas present

Without sounding like the voice of a cheesy romance, there really is no greater gift than love. So what better way to express your admiration with the perfect gift that symbolizes love, commitment, and longing than with a Christmas proposal.

Oh, and a big old diamond definitely wouldn’t disappoint on Christmas morning either. Present it on Christmas morning, while walking or having breakfast in bed.

The whole family is together at Christmas

If you are a confident person and want to show everyone how much your partner means to you, why not propose to your friends and family at the dinner table? Christmas is the perfect time to get together with the whole family and to celebrate with friends too.

Alternatively, if you want this special moment to only happen between the two of you, ask the question in private and make the announcement known later in the day. This was part of your joy from the start.

Make the most of the festive magic

There’s no denying that the holiday season has a certain magic in the air. Why not ask the question while you are putting the finishing touches to your decoration? This is how your first selfie as an engaged couple is created in front of all the twinkling lights.

The Christmas sale

Now, among all the emotional reasons for making a proposal, we must include at least one practical proposal, and that is money, of course. One of the many great things we love about Christmas is the winter sales.

Whether it’s been a good year for you or not, we all love a sale, so take advantage and buy your dream engagement ring at a fraction of the price.

New year, newly engaged couple (and a whole new chapter)

The end of the year is often a period of growth for many couples. With a few weeks to go before the New Year, we usually have resolutions on our minds. Take that leap of faith and look forward to the next step love can bring by combining everything with a lifelong commitment.

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