How to get engaged
Your friends will ask, “Are you sure she’s the one?”, “Are you ready to give up life on your own terms?”. When, without hesitation, you answer, “Yes,” then a new life begins. Marriage.

Raising the Bar

After a romantic dinner, Josh gives Michelle a book he has made, entitled “The Story of Michelle and Josh.” The book is comprised of pictures — provided by her mother — of Michelle throughout her life. (You score points with the mother of the bride if she knows about the proposal in advance.) Under each picture, Josh has written about special moments in Michelle’s life. When she turns to the back of the book, she finds that the last section of the book isn’t pictures at all. Instead, Josh has cut a hole to hold a ring box. She opens it, puts it on, says yes, and the next chapter of their lives begins.

Face the Facts

Guys like Josh make proposals difficult for other guys, and chances are, you may not be able to think of something as romantic and clever as Josh did. So here’s some valuable advice. Choose the classic approach that time has shown again and again to be equally effective. Surprise her with the brilliance of a high-quality diamond to ensure an affirmative answer.

Know Your Diamonds

If that’s your plan, first you need to buy the right diamond, and that’s where Blue Nile comes in. Blue Nile has helped over 10,000 guys convince the right woman to say, “Yes,” by providing them with the most spectacular diamonds. At Blue Nile, you’ll select from the widest selection of the highest-quality certified diamonds found throughout the world. And, best of all, you’ll save money — all Blue Nile diamonds are offered at 30-60% less than most retailers. Don’t worry. Blue Nile provides plenty of education about diamonds, so you’ll know exactly what you’re buying. And, they have a large assortment of the most popular settings to choose from, so you can be sure to find a ring she’d be crazy not to love.

But don’t just take our word for it, comparison shop. Look around on the Web, in mall stores, and mom and pop shops to ensure you not only get the best quality for the price but also the best service from Blue Nile. Here are some simple suggestions to help make your proposal a little easier:

Set a budget – Determine how much you can spend before you start your search. This will narrow down your choices and make shopping easier. (We know how much you like to shop.)

Only consider cenortified diamonds – Make sure the diamonds you look at come with a diamond grading report or certificate from an independent laboratory, which authenticates the diamond’s quality.

Learn the four “C”s of diamonds – Take some time to learn about diamonds. This will ensure you buy a diamond with the exact specifications you want—and it will also help you make budget tradeoffs.

Save a bundle – Some of the best deals on excellent quality diamonds can be found online. You’ll have a greater selection of diamonds to choose from and you’ll avoid sales tax in most states if you buy online.

Check the return policy – Make sure the jeweler has a 30-day money-back guarantee so that you have ample time to have your diamond reviewed by an unbiased third-party.

We wish you the best of luck with your diamond search.