Getting engaged is one of the most exciting and romantic moments in a couple’s life. It can also be the most stressful and exhausting. “Popping the question” sets off a whirlwind of parties, excited family members and friends, and the immediate push to start planning the Big Day. The magic of the engagement itself can quickly get lost in all that noise. So it’s no surprise that a new craze is emerging: the Engagement-Moon. Birkat Elyon, your source for gorgeous, top-quality cubic zirconia engagement rings, has the inside scoop on this popular idea for couples. Here’s what you need to know about the new trend of the Engagement-Moon.
There’s the “Honeymoon” after the wedding and the recent trend of the “Baby-Moon” in which an expectant couple takes one last child-free vacation. The Engagement-Moon is essentially a short little break the two of you take right after making the big announcement. Let’s face it: the minute you tell everyone that you’re getting married, you can expect a flood of questions, phone calls, opinions, texts and more. It can all be a little overwhelming. And poof! The romance of that moment is gone.
While many still opt for the traditional engagement party, the idea behind the Engagement-Moon is to take a breather and indulge in your new commitment to each other before all the chaos of planning a wedding begins. Because once you start mapping out all the details of the ceremony, you may not be able to fully relax, wondering if you’re “behind” or missing something.
The biggest rule you should maintain on your Engagement-Moon is to NOT talk about the wedding. You’ll have plenty of time to discuss seating arrangements either on the plane or when you get home. For now, spend this time envisioning your new life together, reminiscing over how you met, having some fun – all the good stuff.
An Engagement-Moon getaway doesn’t have to be lavish or expensive. While some couples opt for a week in the Bahamas or something similarly exotic, others take just a few days and stay closer to home. Maybe a weekend getaway to a luxury resort in the next city? Many hotels and resorts are catching on to this trend and offering special packages for the newly-engaged. A thoughtful friend may even offer a chance for you to house-sit for a few days. The point is to get away from the routine, relax, regroup and reconnect with each other.
Becoming engaged is a big moment in your life. Birkat Elyon is proud to have provided gorgeous cubic zirconia engagement and wedding rings to thousands of smart couples over the years. So we’re happy to recommend another smart trend for starting your life together off on the right foot: the Engagement-Moon!