For many people ruled by their star signs, big milestone moments such as marriage proposals can be just as affected by the stars. In fact, the star signs of you and your partner might impact the choices you make when it comes to proposing to them.
Research from engagement ring specialist F.Hinds suggests that over a fifth of Brits search for specific star signs in potential partners, as they believe this will make their pairing more compatible. Millennials were found to be the most likely to choose their partner based on the stars, with 59% of them believing it truly has an effect on their romance.
Following this staggering statistic, we’ve delved deeper into how the stars might affect your marriage proposal too.
The ring
One of the most important parts of your proposal, choosing the perfect engagement ring can be difficult – but bringing star signs into it might actually make it easier. F. Hinds research found that Cancer, Taurus, Virgos and Capricorns would prefer a traditional style engagement ring, whereas the other horoscopes would more lean towards a “statement piece.” Geminis are linked to communication, so you might consider adding an engraving to your partner’s ring as an extra personalised touch.
As well as considering how your star sign might affect the style of the ring, it’s also important to remember the 5 C’s – especially when choosing the perfect piece of diamond engagement jewellery.
Cut
The cut is the only part of creating a diamond that’s done by the human hand, and the process of cutting is key in producing the perfect diamond engagement ring your fiancé-to-be will treasure forever.
Colour
Did you know that diamonds have their own alphabet? Starting from ‘D’ and running all the way through to ‘Z’, the diamond colour alphabet runs from completely colourless to diamonds with a warm yellow tone.
Clarity
It’s natural for diamonds to have tiny little marks or ‘flaws’ – think of them as nature’s birthmarks. These marks are also known as clarity characteristics and are completely natural when diamonds are formed. As such, clarity refers to the number, location, size and type of ‘inclusions’ within a diamond.
Carat
You might have heard of this C – it’s probably the most talked about aspect of a diamond! Carat refers to a diamond’s weight and in turn, its overall size.
Certification
When buying a diamond engagement ring, look for diamonds that come with a Diamond Certificate from an independent laboratory. These documents showcase the characteristics of the diamond such as its Cut, Colour, Clarity and Carat weight – just to give you extra piece of mind when taking home the jewellery.
When to pop the question…
Now you’ve chosen the ring, the next step is deciding when to pop the question. Again, horoscopes can be great for calculating just the right moment to get down on one knee. You could find out more when it comes to horoscopes on Astrologify.com but If your partner is an Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, Libra, or a Capricorn they’ll likely be willing to be bold and drop hints when in a long-term relationship meaning you can often feel more comfortable popping the question.
On the other hand, the Sagittarius, Cancer, Leo, Aquarius, and Pisces signs are more subtle, and less likely to let you cotton on if they’re thinking of taking the next step in the relationship so it’s important to keep an eye out on any small details that can help you make your decision.
For star-crossed lovers or those who think their love was written in the stars, horoscopes are a great way to plan a proposal and a marriage that lasts through every lunar cycle.