Future Grooms

Congratulations on an especially exciting time in your life. Finding a special woman you want to spend the rest of your life with is an indescribable feeling. There’s something magical about the whole process. It has never happened to you before and you probably have some questions about your responsibilities as the future groom

In Emily Post’s book on Etiquette she states, “It is doubtful if he who carries a solitaire ring enclosed in a little square box and produces it from his pocket upon the instant that she says “Yes”, exists outside of the movies! As a matter of fact, the accepted suitor usually consults his betrothed’s taste which of course may be gratified or greatly modified, according to the length of his purse or he may without consulting her, buy what ring he chooses.”

The balance between gratifying her expectations and declaring your love and devotion is a nuanced structure. Two schools of thought exist between her selecting and your selecting the ring. I would take the middle ground. Before navigating the big ring decision you should determine her tastes. There are several ways to determine what appeals to her. Ask her. Shop with her. Ask a friend. Remember, she’s smart, successful and definitely your equal. However, she still wants to be treated like a lady. Ultimately, it’s a man’s job to visit the jewelry store and make the purchase. This gives you certain opportunities. The most important of which is having the opportunity to exceed her expectations. Although it’s a happy occasion it should also be taken seriously. The engagement ring you buy is a declaration of your love and is basically asking this woman to spend the rest of her life with you---the ultimate commitment.

S. Douglas Jones
President/CEO
Dale’s Jewelers, Inc. of Idaho Falls

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