Guide to announcing your engagement

After you propose, it can be exciting to share the news with your loved ones. Here are some ways to announce your engagement and show off your new engagement ring.

  1. Call or message your family and closest friends: The first people you should tell are your immediate family and closest friends. You can call or message them personally to share the news.
  2. Post on social media: Sharing a photo or a post on social media can be a fun way to announce your engagement to a wider audience. You can include a photo of you and your partner with the ring, or a cute and clever announcement.
  3. Host an engagement party: You can celebrate your engagement by hosting a party with your family and friends. This can be a great way to share the news in person and have a fun and festive celebration.
  4. Send out engagement announcements: You can also send out formal engagement announcements to your friends and extended family. These can include a photo and a brief message announcing your engagement.
  5. Update your relationship status: If you’re active on social media, you can update your relationship status to “engaged” to let your friends and followers know about your engagement.
  6. Create a video announcement: You can create a fun and creative video announcement to share with your family and friends. This can include footage of your proposal, reactions from your loved ones, and a message from you and your partner.
  7. Plan a surprise announcement: You can plan a surprise announcement for your loved ones by inviting them to a special event or gathering and announcing your engagement in a creative way. This can be a fun and memorable way to share the news.
  8. Get featured in a local news outlet: Some local news outlets may be interested in featuring your engagement story. You can reach out to local newspapers or TV stations to see if they’re interested in doing a story on your engagement.
  9. Make a custom website: You can create a custom website to share your engagement story with your family and friends. This can include photos, videos, and a timeline of your relationship.
  10. Share a group photo: You can take a group photo with your family and friends, with your engagement ring on full display, and post it on social media or send it as an announcement.
  11. Plan a surprise proposal party: You can plan a surprise party for your partner, with close family and friends, and propose in front of everyone. This can be a fun and memorable way to announce your engagement.
  12. Create a personalised engagement announcement: You can create a personalised announcement that reflects your and your partner’s personality and interests. This can include a custom illustration, a funny pun or inside joke, or a reference to your favourite TV show or movie.
  13. Send out a personalised gift: You can send out a personalised gift to announce your engagement, such as a custom-made keychain or a bottle of champagne with a personalised label.

Remember, the way you announce your engagement should reflect your personal style and preferences. Choose a method that feels authentic and true to your relationship. Remember to take some time to enjoy the moment with your partner before announcing your engagement to the world. This is a special time in your relationship, and it’s important to savour it before moving on to the next step.