How to save money on your engagement in 2021
I’m sure we are all hopeful that 2021 will turn out to be a much better year for us than 2020. For many of us, the last twelve months have been incredibly tough thanks to the global Covid-19 pandemic. Many couples have been forced to spend more time at home together than ever before, and whilst for some this has proved difficult, for others, it has really solidified their feelings for each other.
When you spend a lot of time in each other’s company, you really start to see what works well in relationship, and you gain a deeper understanding of what makes your partner so special to you. Of course, it’s not all rosy and happy, but being together without any of the stresses or interference from the outside world definitely has its advantages!
This makes now the perfect time to pop the question. If you’ve managed to spend so long in each other’s company and you’re still madly in love, then the chances are that your relationship is built to last.
Planning your engagement on a budget
If you’re thinking of asking your partner to marry you, then you’ll need to think about your budget. If money was no object, then I’m sure we would all love to splash out on the most expensive ring and a high-class venue. But you need to be realistic about what you can afford. Budgeting doesn’t mean that you can’t pick from the most beautiful engagement rings, it just means that you need to plan ahead so that you don’t stretch your budget and end up in debt.
In fact, it’s worth saving up and investing in a well-made engagement ring that will last for a lifetime. Your partner will wear this piece of jewellery for the rest of their life, so you want it to be something special. Take a look at Abelini Jewellery for some beautiful examples of timeless engagement rings.
Think carefully about how you want to ask your partner to marry you. Think about the location, who you would like to have with you (Covid restrictions permitting), and what you’re going to say. Work out how much it is likely to cost, look at your monthly budget, and work out whether you can afford to do everything in the way you would like now, or whether you will need to spend some time saving up first. As tempting as it might be, it’s not worth getting into debt for your engagement and then spending years to pay it off. There are plenty of things you can do to cut back on your spending and there are also lots of side hustles you can do to bring in more money too.
Getting engaged is something that you want to look back on for years to come with fond memories. With a little planning, and some careful budgeting, there’s no reason why 2021 can’t be the perfect year for you to ask your partner to marry you. We all need something to look forward to at the moment, and a wedding would be the perfect event to get your family and friends excited and looking forward to the future.
