Cover Women, are you in favour of public proposals?(Photo: Thnathip Pha Tir Wat'hn / EyeEm)
Women, are you in favour of public proposals?(Photo: Thnathip Pha Tir Wat'hn / EyeEm)
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The love of your life kneels down, takes the ring from his pocket and pops the question. Does it matter where he does it? Here's what the Tatler team says
Ryanne Co, Features Writer
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Ryanne Co is a Features Writer from Tatler Philippines, find her on Instagram @rynnco5
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She prefers: Public marriage proposal.
Why: I love public proposals. I love how everyone—even strangers—gets excited to witness love. My only concern is that the person who will propose should more or less have a sense of if his or her partner is okay with this. If you aren't sure, don't push through. If you get rejected, you can't blame the other person either. If you want to go all in on a public proposal, you should also consider the authentic circumstance of a hypothetical rejection. Only dish what you can take.
Christine Andas, Style Lead
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Christine Andas is the Style Lead for Tatler Philippines, follow her on Instagram @ChristieAndas
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She prefers: Private wedding proposal.
Why: I fear a public proposal can end up being performative, especially when it comes to the person being proposed to (my reaction might be affected by the thought of strangers watching me) as opposed to a private proposal where I can freely express myself. It's also wonderful to share something so intimate with your partner, after all, the moment is about the two of you.
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Alex Alcasid, Assistant Digital Editor
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Alex Alcasid is Tatler Philippines' Assistant Digital Editor. Find more of her works at www.alexalcasid.com
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They prefer: Private wedding proposal.
Why: As someone with rather bad social anxiety, I would much prefer a private proposal. If it were public, the sudden attention of everyone in the area on myself and my partner would be far too much.
I've never been one for massive displays of affection like that, as if the proposal itself was a production. A public proposal also puts undue and sudden pressure on the one being proposed to. It would be seen as "shameful" if you were to say no at the moment after the person went through all that trouble to set up the proposal, though you were the one put on the spot.
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Geryll Pangilinan, Account Manager
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Geryll Pangilinan is Tatler Philippines' Account Manager, find her on Instagram @Geryllpnglnn
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She prefers: Public marriage proposal.
Why: A lot of people think a public proposal is a form of pressure but if you see a clear future with someone, a public proposal won't be an issue. It's simply a declaration of love and commitment in a big setting. I personally think at the end of the day, what matters most is saying that sweet "YES" to the person you would say yes to for a lifetime.
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Jove holds a degree in Journalism and is currently pursuing graduate studies in Philosophy at the University of the Philippines–Diliman. She has flair for in-depth, interview-driven stories that explore politics and culture, shaped by her background in national broadsheets.
When she’s not on assignment, Jove spends her days painting, sipping lemonade, and walking her dog, Jupiter. She can often be seen in Escolta with a film camera in hand, browsing novelty shops in search of rare memorabilia. For leads, reach her at Jove@tatlerphilippines.com.
