# Marriage Proposal Necklaces The Letter Concealing Locket Holds a Life-Changing Message By Erin Fox | Published 2012-11-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/letter-concealing-locket References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/97503349/gold-locket-envelope-with-secret-message) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/brookeelissa?ref=seller_info) Marriage proposals are becoming an outrageous expenditure, but with this Letter Concealing Locket saying "Marry me?" it is still a thoughtful way to [propose marriage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onion-ring-proposal) but in a calm manner. The best part about the necklace is its reusable feature so the lucky person can wear it for eternity. The necklace is made of [plated gold](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-macaroni-necklace) and drops down just below the collar bone. Inside holds a tiny parchment with "marry me" printed on the letter. The envelope is about one inch in length and is a delicate feature. This treasured keepsake holds an intimate moment which can be worn for years to come. The Letter Concealing Locket is a [beautiful rendition on traditional snail mail](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghirardelli-chocolocket) while amalgamating beautiful fairy tale dreams within one piece of jewelry. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Outrageous Expenditure in Proposals:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create affordable and creative proposal alternatives that still capture the sentiment and surprise of a traditional marriage proposal. - **Reusability in Proposal Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop customizable and reusable proposal jewelry that can hold personalized messages or symbols, allowing for multiple uses and sentimental value. - **Amalgamation of Traditional and Modern Elements:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine traditional elements, like snail mail, with modern design and technology to create unique jewelry pieces that evoke nostalgia and fairy tale dreams. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate technological advancements, such as wearable tech or smart materials, into jewelry designs to enhance their functionality and appeal to tech-savvy consumers. - **Event Planning and Experiences:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer alternative proposal services or experiences that provide unique, memorable, and personalized moments for couples, catering to the growing demand for creative proposals. - **Personalized Gifts and Keepsakes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create customizable and sentimental gifts or keepsakes that can hold important messages or memories, appealing to individuals who value sentimental and meaningful gestures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Proposal Ring Box Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ring-box-set.md) - [Precious Chocolate Lockets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolocket.md) - [Romantic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/full-heart-love-link-necklace.md) - [Gemstone Initial Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oak-lunas.md) - [Empowering Love-Themed Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-on-lock.md) - [Moissanite Heart Pendants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-become-one-necklace.md) - [Heartbeat-Mimicking Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thetouch-locket.md) - [Bridal-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-heirlooms.md) - [Yacht Proposal Packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sail-away-with-me.md)