How to Propose During Lockdown? Don't let the Lockdown Derail your Long Term Plans

In this article I'm going to talk about Taylor & Hart, a luxury brand like no other that lends the opportunity to customers to tell their unique story through a custom engagement ring or jewellery piece.

The lockdown may have come at the wrong time for some men out there, on the precipice of proposing to their hopefully would-be spouse. Perhaps you were just about to pull the trigger and ask the best friend to help you pick out a ring. You know, delegate responsibility or at least hedge your bets. 

However, this could truly be one of those watershed moments for you and your relationship. Believe me, if a relationship can survive lockdown, it can survive almost anything. 

It’s a stress test. You are quarantined, you're both populating the same tiny bathroom, the cosy 6 x 4 kitchen, you know each other now better than you'll EVER know each other. 

How can you chose an engagement ring in Lockdown? 

With Taylor & Hart, you can schedule an appointment for a private virtual consultation with one of their expert design consultants via video call, email, chat, phone or WhatsApp where you can share and discuss your ideas.

During this consultation you'll have all your niggling questions answered and any anxieties put to rest. You'll be given ring size advice, advice on ring styles, the type of metal; white gold, rose gold, platinum for example. With their bespoke service, and thanks to the advent of 3D CAD designs and printing, Taylor & Hart harness your ideas and predictions and help you realise the ring you always wanted to give, and she always wanted to receive. 

What's the rush? 

You might also be thinking of the best ways to propose during Lockdown. This is where I ask, what's the rush? Don't let Lockdown dictate terms. You can still harvest plans and get the expert advice on the best ring that's right for her, but you needn't pressure yourself into cooking up some elaborate proposal while under lockdown. As Radiohead song goes, True Love Waits. That being said, I've had a quick brainstorm and maybe you might want to run with one of these ideas. 

Celebrity Call 

During the lockdown celebrities have become incredibly accessible. Perhaps she has a favourite singer that would do a solid and make the call and ask on your behalf? With a quick bit of creative outreach you can always find contact details for agents or close friends and pose the question. Matt Damon phoned into a local radio show in Ireland, Spandau Ballet Tony Hadley replied to a letter from a Singapore game show contestant. Everyone is very very available right now. 

You learned how to cook 

Guess what, after all these years, you’ve finally learned how to cook. The old ring in the muffin trick might be a bit old hat, but it's an entirely different ball of wax if you made the muffin! Treat her to a home cooked meal, don't forget to tell her there is something hidden in the dessert, remember a broken tooth is twice as bad whilst the dentists are shut. 

The dog groomers are still open 

Ok maybe a long shot, but if you have a dog, why not have her drop off the woofer at the dog groomers, (yes the groomers are open but the dentists are shut) when she comes to collect maybe the ball of fur has something special attached to his or her collar, a personal message from you with a ring attached for example? Of course this will need some prep and perhaps a bigger tip than normal for the groomer. 

Can I afford such a high-value purchase?

Coronavirus has certainly changed the way we live, but it’s also given us a chance to reconnect with loved ones and build bonds stronger than ever. It’s for this reason that making the right choice is so important. When it comes to payments, Taylor & Hart offers flexible finance plans to spread the cost of your ring. This means you can choose the diamond engagement ring you want, put down an initial deposit and pay the remainder in instalments over periods ranging from 6-36 months. They’ve also extended the period in which they hold a gemstone’s price from 24 hours to 30 days. Their design consultants are there to assist you every step of the way and you’ll see that choosing an engagement ring in the time of Coronavirus can be a process filled with joy!  

*This sponsored post was created in collaboration with Taylor & Hart.