Thinking of a creative way to propose is tough -- even for us
proposal gurus at HowHeAsked.com! You want to be original, but not over
do it. You want to be emotional, but not cheesy. You want her to cry, to
say yes, to be the happiest she's ever been.
It can be intimidating to think through, but you'll get it exactly right, and we've got some general tips to make sure you do.
Photo by Elizabeth Nord Photography
1. Go beyond the words "Will You Marry Me."
Most girls dream of these four words, but what makes your proposal
unique are the other words you say. Tell her how you knew you wanted to
marry her, the tiny, beautiful details you love about her, the things
you want to do in your future together, or how excited you are to ask
this question. Don't recite a two-page paper - think of a few things you
want to say, rehearse them so they're in your memory if you need them,
then let the moment take you. You will surely be nervous, there's never
been a man who wasn't, but just look into her eyes and the confidence
will come!
2. Flash the Engagement Ring last. I
know you worked hard finding the perfect engagement ring, but don't open
the box right away. Get your words out and let the emotions flow before
you pop the bling. If we've caught you earlier in the process and you
haven't found your ring yet, we love the huge range of styles and prices
at Shane Co. We've seen only amazing reactions from their rings!
3. Don't tell the world before it happens.
Once you've nailed your plan, you'll be so proud of it that you'll want
to tell everyone! The key to a magical proposal, however, is the
surprise element. You want her to have absolutely no clue. As much as
you love and trust your friends and family, unintentional things happen.
Only tell people who are directly involved in the proposal, and as
close to the proposal date as possible to reduce the risk of someone
spilling!
4. Catch it on camera. You know those
adrenaline-rush moments where you almost forget what happened minutes
later? That happens a lot during proposals -- for both you and your
bride-to-be. Having a photographer "in the bushes" while you drop to one
knee will keep the memory remembered forever. The emotion is also
priceless and these days, most women say they want it captured (we did a
survey
to prove it). FYI -- HowHeAsked offers proposal photographers, which we
of course recommend using, but if you have a friend who is talented
with a camera, we'll say yes to that too!
Photo by Alexandra Wren Photography via HowHeAsked.com.
5. Ask her parents.
Some might argue the act is purely out of tradition and an outdated one
at that. We think the tradition has evolved, however, just like all
other things in the world (including marriage) does. This act has
evolved into a romantic, thoughtful gesture, and it includes mom and dad
in something they too have lovingly wished for alongside their
daughter. Nowadays, you're also not asking for their permission as much
as you're asking for their blessing. When you put all the sexism
arguments aside, it's simply a beautiful thing for you to experience
with your soon-to-be parents-in-law.
6. Take your time sharing the news.
In this social media age, we all jump to share our joy the minute we
feel it. You have time, plenty of time, to tell the world.... tomorrow.
On the day of your proposal, enjoy your moment. Set time aside after to
tell her all the things you didn't tell her when you were on one knee.
Tell her how you found the ring, all the ways you planned for the
proposal, the funny things that happened along the way. You'll have
forever to tell your story, but only one day to have as the day you
asked your best friend to marry you.
Photo by Abby of Her & Everything via HowHeAsked.com
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