We enter each new year filled with fresh intentions, hopeful plans, and the anticipation of what lies ahead. And it’s that sense of hope and possibility that makes the start of the New Year such a meaningful moment to propose.

When You Know, You Want Forever to Start Now
Few moments capture the emotion of a New Year proposal better than the iconic scene from the movie, When Harry Met Sally.

When Harry says, “When you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible,” he puts into words what so many couples feel as the clock turns to midnight. However, this sentiment transcends the champagne and noisemakers.

When you realize that lasting love lives in the everyday moments, the quirks, the routines, the details that make someone your person, you want to share all of that, and the start of a new year propels that into a powerful beginning.

It’s also the symbolism of the season that makes it fit with the timeframe so perfectly. For those of us north of the equator, winter symbolizes a stillness where the world slows a bit, and we lean into what matters most. A winter scene also makes a powerful backdrop for a proposal of love that is grounded not just in today but in a fresh start, ready for every tomorrow ahead.

Whether it happens at midnight, during a quiet winter weekend, or on the first ordinary morning of the year, the meaning remains the same: The start of a new beginning, together.

Ring Styles That Capture a New Beginning
There are endless rings that reflect someone’s style and personality. For example, classic solitaires reflect enduring love and clarity of intention. Diamond accents or halo settings add extra brilliance, symbolizing a year filled with light. Some choose subtle details like unique band textures or hidden stones that make the ring feel uniquely theirs.

For those who want something a little different, colored gemstones can be a meaningful choice. Soft blues, deep greens, or champagne hues add personality while still feeling elegant and lasting.

The most important thing is not the trend. It is choosing a ring that feels true to the story you are embarking on together.

Rings that Reflect the Place You Call Home
For couples who want their proposal to feel even more personal, with a connection to their community that helped shape who they are, our Hometown Collection offers a meaningful way to honor where their story began or where it is headed next.

Each ring in the Hometown Collection is inspired by iconic cities: The Cleveland, The Nashville, The Indianapolis, The Lexington, The Chicago, and The Madison. It’s the character, architecture, and energy that make them special. Whether it reflects the place you met, the city you now call home, or a destination that shaped your journey together, these designs turn a location into a lasting symbol of love.

Choosing a ring inspired by the town you call home adds a deeper layer of storytelling to a proposal. It says this is where we come from and this is where we are going. It transforms the engagement ring into more than a beautiful piece. It becomes a reminder of shared memories, roots, and the life you are building together.

For many couples, that connection makes the moment even more unforgettable.

A Promise That Carries Through the Year
Starting the year with an engagement sets the tone for everything that follows. It is a reminder, during both celebrations and challenges, of why you chose each other in the first place.

As the months unfold, that ring becomes more than a piece of jewelry. It becomes a daily symbol of commitment, growth, and the future you are building side-by-side.

Your Forever This Year
If you have been waiting for the right time, the start of 2026 offers something rare: clarity, hope, and a clean slate filled with endless possibilities.

This year, make a promise that lasts longer than any resolution.

Visit Rogers & Hollands | Ashcroft & Oak to say yes to forever and choose a ring that tells your story. Explore the Hometown Collection.