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From the beginning of my relationship with Liv, taking the next step was always a collaboration.
Photo: Sasha Popovic
We knew we would want to propose to each other within the next year.
When we began talking about engagement, it made sense that it would once again be a collaboration.
Spur of the moment, we decided to stop into a jewelry store and try on a few styles.
Getting a feel for different ring settings with Liv and designer Hannah Florman.
(Even writing this now brought about the exact same reaction.)
By the time the new year rolled around, we dove deeper into our search.
We had quite a bit of fun playing around with stones and bands.
The moment we decided this diamond was the one.
An excited grin and spark came to her eyes.
She turned to me and said, I cant believe Im going to be your wife.
Getting a feel for different ring tweaks with Liv and designer Hannah Florman.
Celebrating at The Brownstone.
After leaving Hannahs, we needed to get serious about our budget.
Like many couples, our incomes are quite differentbut unlike many couples, we werebothplanning to purchase engagement rings.
We also had a new timeline at hand.
Photo: Sasha Popovic
But, the opportunity to propose in the paradise of Bora Bora was too exciting to pass up.
The moment we decided this diamond was the one.
Celebrating at The Brownstone.
Photo: Sasha Popovic
The second diamond made an impact that put a goofy smile on my face.
Liv and I looked at each other and knew that was my ring.
Next, we looked at emerald-cut diamonds for Livs ring.
Photo: Sasha Popovic
While Liv and I were keeping our controls relatively simple, there were a few details to work out.
While some preferhigh, intricate tweaks, we both agreed that we would want our diamonds to sit lower.
We are everyday jewelry people and wanted our rings to fold seamlessly into our lives.
Photo: Sasha Popovic
A week later, Hannah sent us CAD renderings of what our rings would look like for final approval.
While I do think designing our rings together was essential, I still wanted an element of surprise.
I confirmed the final design and Florman got to work.
Photo: Sasha Popovic
Finally, with the rings in production, it was time to plan the double proposal.
Off the propertys main beach was a tiny island called a motu that they set up for private dinners.
I wanted to feel the excitement in the moment.
Photo: Sasha Popovic
That afternoon, Liv and I grabbed to-go pina coladas from the beach bar to enjoy while getting ready.
However, I could see the motu getting decorated for the proposal in the distance.
I held it together until I got a phone call with some news.
Due to high winds, we wouldnt be able to host dinner on the motu.
While I wasnt nervous before, a wave of anxiety washed over me.
However, everything was going to work out.
He led us around the property for an engagement shoot sans rings.
After taking a few photos, we looked at each other with eyes that said: Its go time.
We grabbed the pink ring boxes from our bags and headed to the center of the tropical display.
We kissed, and then Liv began her proposal speech.
I stopped her in the moment and told her to look inside the ring I just gave her.
It was even more beautiful than I had imagined.
Liv also surprised me and had the words my love engraved in her handwriting inside.
We were giddy with smiles as we returned to shore and headed to our celebratory dinner.
When we arrived, we found the pathway to the chapel lined with bright flower petals and palm leaves.
Inside, a beautiful table was set up with flowers, colorful linens, and personalized menus.
Reflecting on the process, Liv and I couldnt imagine ourselves designing each others rings alone.
