By An PhươngIn a world filled with timeless images of men on bended knee, presenting sparkling engagement rings to their surprised brides-to-be, the notion of women taking the lead in marriage proposals remains a rarity. When it comes to women taking the initiative to propose, it remains extremely uncommon. Instead, we are expected to wait and avoid trying to rush or 'trap' men," Sang said. Freelance wedding planner Tuấn Ngọc, 28, said that proposals initiated by women like Sang are more embraced nowadays. Perhaps, the increased visibility of proposals where women take the initiative has motivated other women to venture beyond their usual comfort zones.