‘Insta-worthy’ engagement posts

1. Natural lighting
Topping the list as the most popular feature is using an outdoor setting. In fact, 64% of the posts were shot outside. Since natural lighting is the best for photographing diamonds, it's no wonder many couples take to the great outdoors. The goal is to snag a sunny day so the light reflects off your new bling.

2. An extra close-up of the ring with a blurred background
It's no shock that many see their engagement post as a chance to show off their ring and 34% of the posts we anaylsed included a close up of the ring, with a blurred-out background.

3. Video footage
Coming in at a close 3rd place is a formatting feature; 29% of posts were videos. With actual proposal footage or close-ups of the ring from different angles being the most loved types.

4. A couples picture with the ring hand placed on your partner's chest
It's a classic couples stance, arms around each other with one person's hand placed flat on the other's chest. When it comes to getting those big likes, 22% of the posts featured the aforementioned stance, with the majority of people wearing a dark coloured top - navy or blue were the preferred choices - which helps to make the ring stand out.

5. Professional nails - baby pink nails are the favourite
According to Instagram, the platform is no place for chipped nails. 19% of posts had a fresh and professional looking lick of paint, with baby pink seemingly the number one choice of colour.

6. Just holding hands
Holding hands images accounted for 17% of the posts; couples would hold hands, with the ring front and center, and then take a picture.

7. Flowers in the background - opt for pink and red
Having pretty and eye-catching flowers in the background comes in at 7th place (12%), with pink and red flowers being the standout colours.

8. Candles
Candles took 8th place with 11% of posts featuring them. They were sometimes used with a filter, helping to make the ring and light from the candle twinkle.

9. Landmarks
Everyone seems to love an extravagant proposal; 8% of the top posts were at famous landmarks such as Disneyland and the Eiffel Tower.

10. Balloons in the background - opt for silver, pink and purple
6% of the top posts were boasting these well-known celebration staples. Those lucky enough to have a balloon arch were also quick to get it in their picture - we don't blame them. If you're sensing a proposal on the horizon, it might be a good idea to start scouting out some good lighting and a new coat of nail varnish...