Frich Reveals: Engagement Expectations 💍
Recently expectations (and costs) around Valentine's Day have gone through the roof. So we wanted to crank up the heat even more and cover one of the most romantic (?) and expensive moments in a couple's lives - engagement! Let's unfold what the people around you are expecting and planning for their engagements. We know you're curious 👀
What are your thoughts on cheaper lab-grown diamonds for an engagement ring?
When it comes to choosing an engagement ring, the type of diamond can spark quite the debate. Surprisingly, nearly a third of Frichies aren't too concerned about the price tag attached to the ring. For them, it's the sentiment that counts.
Meanwhile, a notable group supports lab-grown diamonds for their eco-friendly and conflict-free nature. And another quarter of you see lab-grown diamonds as a chance to get a bigger, more radiant rock for a smaller price tag.
However, a good number of you still prefer the allure of a natural diamond. After all, there's something timeless about a diamond that's been around for millions of years, right?
What's your pick?
What should you do with the ring if you break off an engagement?
Breaking off an engagement is never easy, and it leaves you with an extremely awkward question: what happens to the ring? 👀
Frichies are almost evenly split on this one. Just over half believe the ring should be returned to the person who bought it, while the rest believe that the woman should keep it.
It's a tough call, and opinions are clearly divided. Maybe the real challenge isn't deciding who keeps the ring, but who has to navigate the awkward conversation that follows. Yikes!
Our take? If you're the one that received the ring, you should offer to return it.
How many years into a relationship should the couple wait to get engaged?
So, how long should you wait before popping that question? According to Frichies, three years into a relationship seems to be the sweet spot. It gives couples enough time to truly know each other and build a solid foundation before taking the plunge.
If you ask us - we believe that there are certain milestones you should reach before getting engaged (obviously it varies across different cultures). Obviously, when it comes to our perspective, these are mostly finance-related questions. We'd recommend you align on these questions:
- What are your career ambitions? How do you think this will impact your work-life balance & income in the long-term?
- Do you have significant debt?
- Do you want children?
- Where do you want to live - rent in a city or buy a home elsewhere?
- Do you think you will inherit anything?
- What's the lifestyle you want to live in the long-term? What do you want to prioritize financially?
Hope these help!
At what age would you want to get engaged?
And what about the ideal age to get engaged? For many Frichies, 28 is the magic number. It's an age where many feel settled in their careers and personal lives, making it a logical time to start thinking about forever. But let's be real, love doesn't follow a timeline. Whether you're 22 or 42, the right time to get engaged is when you find that special someone who makes your heart skip a beat!
