Planning to Propose?

by Denise Georgiou-Newell, WeDDings Jubilee

Did you know that most men delay the marriage proposal because they have no idea how to do it? First thing to remember is that your marriage proposal is the beginning of your 'wedding story'. It can be as simple or as lavish as you would like it to be, but it should be personalized to be a wonderful, memorable occasion that you will think about for the rest of your lives.

Here are some fun proposals that will leave her swooning!

1. The 'Hollywood' proposal - You've seen it a dozen times in movies. He puts the ring in her dessert, the violinist serenades them; he gets down on one knee; looks deep into her eyes and asks the magic question: So&So, Will You Marry Me? This is tried, tested and Done!How about you order up a little 'glam' with your question. Have the art gallery host you after hours; a caterer arrange a lovely meal for the two of you; and a saxophonist to serenade you; Dessert could still be the host of your question, but having the words written in chocolate around the plate. Get down on one knee to present the ring and Voila!



2. The Surprise proposal - Try this on for size: take her (or him;)) to the movies (no, don't put the ring in the popcorn). Instead create a slide-show that can be played on the cinema's projector (usually a videographer or photographer can help you create this). Make sure the last slide is of you holding up a "Will You Marry Me Sign." Have the camera guy run it at the end of the movie before the credits ... talk about unforgettable.



3. 'Sweet' and Simple - Arrange to have her favorite cupcakery design cupcakes with the 'question' iced on them. During a 'date night', bring them over as a 'special' treat and have the ring perched on top of one of the cupcakes. That would not only be mouth watering, but would make her heart melt.