Before entering the palace of marriage, whether to propose or get engaged first is a question that many couples will think about.
Generally speaking, the common order in society is to propose first and then get engaged. Proposal is a romantic and affectionate expression. It is the man's consent to the woman's consent. It is an interpretation of the love between two people. It is not authoritative, but is more of a transmission of emotion. This moment is often only attended by the couple and their friends, and the setting can be diverse, it can be a warm home, a romantic restaurant, or even a vast square or a beautiful corner during the journey.
An engagement is to announce to relatives and friends that the marriage has a happy outcome after the proposal is successful. At this time, parents and elders of both parties will participate and witness this important moment together. Engagement occasions are usually held in a more solemn and respectable hotel, where everyone gathers together to share the joy.
The order of first proposing and then getting engaged has its rationality and inevitability. Proposal is the sublimation of emotions between lovers, a sincere commitment from a man to a woman, and is full of romance and surprises. When the woman readily agrees and the relationship between the two parties is further confirmed, it becomes more logical to hold an engagement ceremony at this time to allow both families to participate and discuss future marriage matters.
Of course, some people will choose to get engaged first and then propose. But for most girls, a proposal is the romantic moment they look forward to deep in their hearts, and it is a sign of respect, recognition and attention to them. At the moment of proposing, it seemed as if only each other was left in the whole world. It was an exclusive sweet memory.
Whether it is a proposal first and then an engagement, or an engagement first and then a proposal, the key lies in the wishes of the couple and the actual situation. As long as you truly love each other, understand each other, and plan a bright future together, you can lead to a happy married life in any order you choose.
I hope that every couple can feel the beauty of loving and being loved in this process, and go through every stage of life hand in hand.
