Do I have to ask the father before proposing?

You don't have to necessarily ask her father, but at least let someone in her immediate family know of your intentions of marriage. Also when it comes to the proposal, your friends and family can be amazing assets to help you pick the ring and plan the perfect proposal.

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Then, why do men kneel when proposing?

It's a tradition that goes back to medieval times when knights dropped to one knee out of respect for royalty. Proposing while on bended knee is a display of respect for a future bride. "That piece is something that makes a man a man," says Summerton. "It's out of courtesy and history and tradition." People also ask where do you pop the question? Here are some great options to consider when it comes to where to propose. Wherever You Had Your First Date. The Place Where You First Fell in Love. The Most Romantic Place You Know. At Home (But with a Twist) The Place Where You First Met. A Family Gathering.

People also ask what should you not do when proposing?

10 Tips for Planning a Proposal Don't propose without a ring. Insure the ring beforehand. Be inspired, but not a copycat. Personalize your proposal. Propose for your partner, not to him/her. Ring boxes were made for a reason. Stay firmly rooted on dry land. Don't share your plan with everyone and their brother. Is it OK to propose at home? If you and your partner are the low-key types, then a marriage proposal at home might be absolutely perfect. While any proposal is sure to be romantic, you likely want to make yours extra-special-even if you're planning on popping the question in a relatively simple and casual way.

Do couples talk about getting engaged?

And as it turns out, a lot of couples are having the marriage conversation way ahead of the engagement. The survey found that 94% of couples discuss getting engaged in the six months before actually doing so. A full 30% of those talk engagement and marriage at least once a week.