Wow your special someone and make your surprise proposal an unforgettable experience with these pro tips!

Planning a surprise proposal can be as thrilling as it is nerve-wracking. It’s a moment both of you will remember for the rest of your lives. Here are some top tips to ensure your surprise proposal genuinely wows your fiancé-to-be and creates a beautiful memory you’ll both cherish.

I was honored when the grooms mother reached out to me to ask if I would be interested in capturing this surprise proposal. My immediate answer was YES! I gave a few recommendations on the prettiest locations to do this, and we got to work planning.

1. Pick the Perfect Ring for your proposal

Research is key when choosing the ring. Pay attention to your partner’s style and preferences. Sometimes, it’s worth recruiting a friend or family member of theirs to ensure you select a ring that will make their heart skip a beat.

2. Choose a Meaningful Surprise Proposal Location

The location of your proposal should resonate with your relationship. Whether it’s the place you had your first date or a dream destination that they have always wanted to visit, make it significant.

3. Get Creative with the Moment

Don’t settle for the routine “get down on one knee” trope unless it’s a tradition you both value. Think outside the box. Perhaps it could involve a scavenger hunt that leads to the surprise, or integrating something they love, like a flash mob, a cute pet carrying the ring, or even a proposal during a hobby you both share.

4.Consider Privacy Preferences –

Understand your partner’s comfort level. Would they appreciate a public proposal or is a private, intimate setting more their style? Respect their personality; this moment is about what they would enjoy most.

5.Capture the Moment- Hire a photographer!

Hiring a professional photographer or videographer, or even setting up your own camera on a tripod, can capture the reaction and the joy of the moment. These are photographs you will look back on for many years. When you hire a professional photographer, that means less things to worry about on your end the day of. I do recommend scheduling a walkthrough with your photographer, and going over all of the details a couple days before. We scouted the location together, and creating the perfect plan for him to pull this off!

6. Create a Plan B

Outdoor proposals are inherently unpredictable. Have an alternate plan in case of poor weather, or if your intended venue unexpectedly becomes unavailable. Flexibility can save the day!

7. Personalize Your Surprise Proposal Speech

Rehearsing what you want to say is great, but remember to speak from the heart. Share specific reasons why you want to spend your life with them, bringing personal anecdotes or shared dreams into your proposal speech.

8. Celebrate Afterward – You’re ENGAGED!

Think ahead. Post-proposal, have a plan to celebrate the occasion, whether it’s a romantic meal at a favorite restaurant, a surprise engagement party with close friends and family, or a quiet evening to soak in the moment together.

Wow your fiancé, and blow your surprise proposal out of the water with these top tops! Remember that a proposal doesn’t have to be perfect, but it should be a reflection of your love and commitment to one another. With careful planning and a touch of creativity, you’re sure to create a proposal that’s as unique as your relationship.

Ready to plan your ultimate proposal? Contact Shelly to start the planning process!

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