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Krys
Beginner May 2020

Engagement Redo????

Krys, on December 2, 2019 at 5:21 PM

Posted in Etiquette and Advice 29

Ok, so I’ve been engaged since August 2018. Nothing crazy, just a surprise proposal in the kitchen with no ring at the moment . Well my FH wasn’t really pleased with the way I reacted (because I didn’t scream & cry). We later went together to get a ring & my best friend at the time got to...
Ok, so I’ve been engaged since August 2018. Nothing crazy, just a surprise proposal in the kitchen with no ring at the moment . Well my FH wasn’t really pleased with the way I reacted (because I didn’t scream & cry). We later went together to get a ring & my best friend at the time got to see but it was still a surprise to me. Well fast fwd over a year later , we had secured a venue, started to plan & then cancelled the wedding due to outside factors. After, we planned to just go to JOP & have a honeymoon that was twice as special as it would have been after also paying for a wedding. Keep in mind we’re in our 20s & while finances are a little better, we’re really still in no position to plan a wedding. Also, I just recently lost my engagement ring in October due to losing weight & it being too big, it slipped off while we were on a night out never to be seen again. The ring was inexpensive but still MY RING that was sentimental for us both. So I will be receiving a new one for Christmas. Well thanksgiving of this year, my FH comes to me with the proposal that we should still have the wedding (that’s scheduled for May 29th) & just ignore the outside drama surrounding our relationship. Mind you we’ve canceled the venue & lost $500 due to non refundable deposit. I didn’t necessarily agree because I didn’t want to push the date back AGAIN & I was content with the JOP plan. Close friends & family & some outsiders knew we were engaged but there was never a big announcement. Today I thought about it & tried to convince myself that it doesn’t matter what others think because after we get married & even now, it’s just us. Our household or lives shouldn’t really concern others. Which is true but My question is: is it tacky to have an engagement redo??? This past year hasn’t been the most ideal for either of us but would a cliche Christmas engagement & a pushed back date really been the end of the world? Is it ideal to try to do this over again, especially after a whole year already engaged?


Asking for personal opinions, not nasty or judgmental comments

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  • Catherine
    VIP November 2019
    Catherine ·
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    Sure, why not? if he's buying you another ring anyway maybe he is already planning on proposing again.

    If it bothers you or you want to have that big special moment just talk to him about it. Its something simple but still a special thing to share. plus it always makes for a great story Smiley winking

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  • Katie
    Devoted March 2019
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    Who wouldn't love to get two chances to gush over the love of your life? If it makes you happy, I say go for it - you don't have to pretend that you haven't been engaged the last year, but if you want to "go big" this time with an announcement in the mail or over social media and an engagement party with all your friends, why the heck not?


    I do think it's important that y'all sit down and agree on the type of wedding you envision for yourselves as a couple, and find a good middle ground. Maybe that means the JOP and a backyard or restaurant reception with more friends/family or a smaller wedding ceremony/party. And make sure he gets insurance on that new ring Smiley winking

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  • Krys
    Beginner May 2020
    Krys ·
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    Noted! Thank you! ☺️
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  • Krys
    Beginner May 2020
    Krys ·
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    I know. Trying to get out of the habit of worrying about what other people think & trying to please others. Thank you for your comment
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  • Krys
    Beginner May 2020
    Krys ·
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    I like that idea & appreciate the comment, but he actually wants to propose again. Will keep that idea in mind
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  • Sexypoodle
    Master October 2021
    Sexypoodle ·
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    Oh! From the post I didn’t realize the redo proposal was a done deal since you posted questions at the end asking if it was tacky… Or ideal?


    OK. Congrats either way
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  • Jennifer
    VIP August 2021
    Jennifer ·
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    Of course!!! Smiley smile

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  • Gen
    Champion June 2019
    Gen ·
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    I think given your situation and that you’ve been technically engaged but not planning the wedding then if it makes you feel better to start fresh and basically start over on your engagement then go for it.
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  • Kiara
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    I say congrats again and talk it over with fh & see what you guys want. Once you decide if you want a wedding it doesn't have to be big Small is good with family & friends check your finances & that should help you decide what you want to do?

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