Proposing with your diamond engagement ring

Whether you keep it simple or go all out with an adventure filled, action packed marriage proposal, for your unforgettable moment, diamonds are definitely your best friend.

Diamond jewelry is subject to all that "ooh-ing" and "ahh-ing", not merely because it may be big or extravagant, but rather because it is the concrete manifestation of your lasting commitment to each other. The diamond engagement ring, be it gold, white gold or platinum, set solitaire, with multiple diamonds or even colored diamonds, conveys your pledge successfully - after all, what could be as strong as the hardest substance known to man?

A diamond is forever, and there are ways to make sure that your proposal is unforgettable. Just as your diamond engagement ring reflects you and your partner, your proposal is an extension of your personal taste and style.

Going All Out

Skydiving, bungee jumping, deep-sea scuba diving, hot-air balloon sailing and many more extreme sports provide a jaw-dropping backdrop for your marriage proposal. You can arrange for most of these activities to be filmed, ensuring that the moment you take out your diamond engagement ring (assuming, of course, that you have pockets!) is captured forever.

For those less inclined to physical activity, there are many other options for a one-of- a kind proposal. Film buffs can arrange to rent out a local theatre for a surprise private screening of a favorite romantic movie; budding musicians can record a special song for their partner and either perform it live or plant a diamond engagement ring inside a CD recording; and for those technology aficionados there is even an engagement ring box that comes with a tiny LCD screen that will show your partner a photo slide show of your pictures as the diamond engagement ring glitters in the box.

Keeping it Cozy

If you and your partner mostly enjoy low-key quiet evenings at home, chances are that you don't want to surprise them with "WILL YOU MARRY ME?" splashed on a ball-park screen, proposing just at the moment when the camera zooms in close to capture their facial expression.

Rather, a candle-lit romantic dinner at home or at a favorite restaurant would probably be your best choice. You can enlist the help of restaurant staff in surprising your partner. People are usually more than happy to assist you in creating a unique ambiance; for the music choose something meaningful that she will recognize as part of your history together; a special mood can be established if you get involved in the decor (her favorite flowers and colors adoring the table); and of course, for the big moment, you can ask the staff to strategically place the diamond engagement ring in a favorite drink or dessert (caution is advised!).

Another option if you prefer the moment to be private and love the outdoors, is to surprise your partner with a picnic set up in a remote special place and choose just the right moment to pull out the diamond ring from a basket chock full of wine, cheese and other delights -or even let her find it herself! Your marriage proposal, accompanied by your Diamond Engagement Ring, is a precious, unforgettable moment. Make it your own with just the right personal touch.