Got Engaged at Christmas? Here's What to Do Next!

Congratulations! The Christmas season is one of the busiest times of year for proposals, and if you’re one of the thousands of couples who just got engaged, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and to get swept away by the moment. While you’re still basking in the post-engagement glow, you’re probably wondering what to do next. Our advice? Take it slow, enjoy the moment, and make meaningful decisions.

At Valley Rose, we work with couples to help them take the next step in their wedding planning, including choosing an ethical wedding ring. It’s easy to feel like you need to start planning your wedding immediately, but the reality is a lot simpler. Your wedding deserves to be intentional and true to who you are as a couple – and you can take all the time you need.

Enjoy the Moment Before Making Any Decisions

Once the ring was on your finger, your first reaction was probably to call your friends and family. Our biggest piece of post-engagement advice is to enjoy the moment of getting engaged, whether you want to keep it strictly private until after the holidays or if you want to keep it low-key. 

Instead of diving headfirst into reading wedding magazines and curating your wedding Pinterest board, give your engagement the moment it deserves. Give yourself at least a few days to celebrate your engagement privately before sharing the news publicly with those outside of your immediate family. (It’ll give you a few extra days to plan the perfect Instagram caption!)

Share Your Engagement News When You’re Ready

The holidays are a busy time, especially when we’re only a few days away from the New Year. Instead of having your engagement get lost amongst the hustle and bustle of the holidays, wait until after the New Year to have your own moment. These few extra days will give you a chance to take or edit your engagement photos to get them ready to share with your friends and family.

Make Any Changes to Your Engagement Ring

The engagement ring used for your proposal may not be the one you end up wearing. If your partner planned a surprise proposal, you may need your engagement ring adjusted to fit correctly. Most people need their engagement ring adjusted by a half or full size, and you can use a ring spacer as a short-term solution if your ring is slightly loose. If you’re considering an engagement ring upgrade, now is the time to start exploring your options.

Don’t Forget to Care for Your Ring!

Once you start wedding planning, it’s easy to get swept away by it all. Before you start considering dates, venues, and photographers, you’ll want to look after your engagement ring. If you’ve not already got engagement ring insurance, now is the time to start exploring your options, especially if it’s not covered with your home contents insurance. Your ring will need to be professionally appraised during this process, but it’ll give you peace of mind in case anything happens to your engagement ring.

Consider an Ethical Wedding Ring Early

While you’re probably still admiring your engagement ring, it’s never too early to start considering your wedding ring. Our ethical wedding rings are crafted in fairmined gold, making them the perfect match to a sustainable engagement ring. 

You’ll want to choose a ring that pairs well with the silhouette of your engagement ring. If you have a halo engagement ring, our ‘Unni’ stacked wedding ring will add extra sparkle, while ‘Stella’ is the perfect choice if you want an understated wedding stack.

Capture Your Love Story with a Sustainable Wedding Ring

Congratulations on your Christmas engagement! Remember that there’s no set timeline for planning a wedding and making thoughtful decisions, at your own speed, is the best way to plan a wedding, that feels right for you as a couple. Once you’re ready, you can book a virtual consultation to explore our range of ethical wedding rings to build your wedding stack.