"Is There a Deadline? When is the Right Time to Return an Engagement Ring?"

2018.12.09 published

When is the Right Time to Give Back a Engagement Ring?

The engagement ring chosen with love by your partner is a treasure for women that lasts a lifetime♡

When receiving an engagement ring, it is customary for women to give a return gift.

The contents of the gift are generally free to choose, but the price is commonly known as "half-return," which means giving a gift worth about half the price of the engagement ring.

Classic gifts include watches, suits, shoes, cameras, fountain pens, wallets, outdoor gear, and so on♩

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The timing of giving back the engagement ring is also very important!

Just like the proposal he gave you, presenting the gift in a proper setting can enhance the joy and make it more memorable♡

So, when is the right time to return the engagement ring?

When to Give Back the Engagement Ring? ① During the Engagement Ceremony or Family Meeting＊

The most common scenario for returning the engagement ring is during the engagement ceremony or family meeting, a traditional custom that has existed for a long time.

After having the engagement ring put on by him at the family meeting, it feels natural to present your gift.

By showcasing it in front of the family, the groom's side may think, "He got himself a wonderful bride," which is likely very important for smooth interactions between both families moving forward＊

Nowadays, many couples opt for casual dinner parties, but even in those cases, giving the return gift in front of family can significantly heighten the awareness of the upcoming marriage, so it's recommended.

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When to Give Back the Engagement Ring? ② At a Proper Lunch or Dinner＊

If you don't have an engagement ceremony or family meeting, consider giving the gift at a restaurant during a lunch or dinner on a day off or when you have time♩

Most men probably aren't overly concerned about when the engagement return gift will come, so

Do remember to express your gratitude with a message like "This is an engagement return gift" to ensure he understands the purpose of the present.

You might also want to surprise him with a popular message plate saying "Thank you for making me your wife" at the restaurant; that would be lovely♡

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When to Give Back the Engagement Ring? ③ Aligning with Anniversaries or Birthdays＊

The general common sense is that the engagement return gift should be given as soon as possible during the period from the proposal to the wedding.

While there are no strict deadlines, if there is an upcoming special day like your anniversary or his birthday, preparing the gift for that day could be nice＊

Consider his personality—whether it's best to give it during a date, casually at home, or with a big surprise. Think about how you might do it♩

It should certainly be a more joyful occasion for him than usual.

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When and How to Return the Engagement Ring?

The best timing to give back the engagement ring gift is generally during the engagement ceremony or family meeting, or at a dinner party＊

However, it's not strictly necessary, so it's okay to change it based on the occasion!

What's important is that you convey to him your feelings of gratitude: "Thank you for proposing," "I hope you will like this gift," and "I look forward to our future together"♡

May this be a time that brings joy to him with your engagement return gift!

➡ Here is the article on engagement ring return gifts

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