If you're thinking of proposing this holiday season you might be tempted to do the ring shopping all by yourself. It's a valiant thing to do, but also a big mistake!

Remember, your spouse to be will wear this ring forever, so you want them to like it. I'm not saying you have to take them shopping for the ring. But you can certainly gather intelligence on their likes and dislikes.

Listen for their reaction to rings they see on other people's fingers. Or better yet, get a sense from one of their siblings. You'll end up with a ring you can both be happy with for the rest of your lives together.