It’s your dream day — your beau takes you on the perfect romantic date at your favorite restaurant, or perhaps a lovely beach. As the sun is setting, they get down on one knee and ask for your hand in marriage.

As you think over this magical scenario, have you every thought about proposing back? Asking the important question to your partner after they asked you? Many people may not have thought about it, but here are some good reasons might want to:

Should you propose marriage back? Photo courtesy Brent Foster Photography.

Show of Commitment

Asking for your hand in marriage is one of the biggest ways for your partner to show you their love and commitment in a relationship. If you are truly excited and eager to accept, why not take this chance to show them by returning the gesture? Proposing back can be a great way to show that the two of you really are on same page when it comes to commitment and love for one another.

Non-Traditional Gender Roles

Perhaps you are in a same-sex relationship or you and your partner don’t follow traditional gender roles, so there is no expectation of who will do the proposing. So why not let each of your have a chance to pop the big question?

Said No the First Time Around

Perhaps you said “no” or “maybe” when your partner first proposed, but now you have decided that you are ready and excited for the commitment. Instead of just telling them of your change of heart, show them by creating your own proposal for them! This is similar to the first reason — it is a great way to show an equal level of love and commitment.

Want to put together your own proposal, or have questions about how to propose back? Contact the proposal experts at The Heart Bandits, and let us calm your anxieties and lead you to the perfect proposal. Whatever questions you may have, we can help you get answers!