Before you can plan your wedding, you must plan the perfect proposal. You want your partner to say yes, and be extremely happy about the decision. 

A proposal will completely depend on the individual that you are proposing to. You shouldn’t just pick a trend off Instagram and hope for the best. It needs to be meaningful and personal. It isn’t always the biggest and most extravagant proposals that are effective, sometimes the smaller ones are just as powerful. 

Remember, you want it to be a moment that you both remember and cherish for a lifetime. You want to be able to tell friends, family members, and your children just how it happened and how special the moment was. 

To help you plan the perfect proposal, here are some top tips for you to consider. 

Top Tips on Planning the Perfect Proposal

Discuss Marriage With Your Partner

Before proposing, you and your partner must discuss marriage. You don’t have to necessarily tell them that you are planning to propose, but it is a really good idea to have an open and honest conversation with each other.

This will help to ensure that you are both on the same page and want the same things in life. This will also help avoid any issues and avoid you feeling let down if they say no.

You should discuss what you both want in life, what your goals are, and where you want to be in the future. 

Consider What Your Partner Would Want

Once you know marriage is on the cards, and you know that the timing is right, then you can start planning your perfect proposal.

It is a really good idea to consider first what your partner would want out of a proposal. Would they prefer something small and romantic? Or would they prefer a grand gesture?

Make sure you consider the individual needs of your partner, rather than what you might want or what trend you have seen on social media. The last thing you want is to plan something big when your partner is introverted and does not like attention to them. 

Speak To Their Parents And Friends

It is always a nice gesture to speak to your partner’s friends and family before you propose. It is an old tradition to seek permission from your partner’s parents, but it can still be good to do.

This can help you get close to your partner’s family and make them feel included. They not only will be grateful to be let in, but they might also be able to help with planning the proposal. 

Find The Perfect Ring (And Hide It Well)

The ring that you propose is really important. You want to find the perfect one. The ring is what will symbolize the proposal and your partner will wear it for life (and show off to everyone after the proposal).

Traditionally, diamond engagement rings are the best option. They are classic, timeless, and gorgeous.

Consider the personal tastes of your partner, and seek support from your partner’s friends to pick the perfect one. Shop around to understand prices and styles of rings first, before you narrow it down to the one you want to buy.

You may need to borrow your partner’s current ring for the right size, but if not, rings can always be resized after the proposal.

Once you have purchased the ring, you must hide it well. You might even pass it to a friend or family member to keep it safe for you until the time comes around. 

Pick A Location

The location is really important. You want to consider a location that is romantic and sets the perfect scene for a proposal.

This might be somewhere special to you both, for example, where you first met, where you went on your first date, or where you first kissed. Or, it could be somewhere completely new but is cute and romantic.

You will need to consider how you can get your partner there, and anyone else that you want to be involved with. 

Incorporate An Activity 

Many great proposals include an activity. This can be to make the memory even more special, or it can be used to temporarily distract your partner from the real reason you are going out that day.

Most commonly, people may include a romantic dinner. Some people also include something fun, like a boat ride or a walk into the day. Again, consider what your partner would enjoy the most. 

Decide On A Date 

An important element you need to consider is the date. You need to be able to make it work with your partner’s schedule, without giving away too much.

You will need to consider the availability of other people you want to be involved in the proposal and any activities you may need to book. You might also want to consider the weather if you are planning to propose outside! 

Capture The Moment 

Capturing the moment is a great way to remember this special moment for a lifetime. Now you have the advantage of technology and camera phones.

You could ask your friend to hide in the background and capture the moment for you, or you might want to go all out and hire a professional photographer or videographer for the proposal. This will all depend on the plan that you make and how discrete you want it to be. 

Be Clear On The Plan

Now you have pieced together all of the important elements of a great proposal, you must frame this including a clear plan.

Write the plan down on paper and make sure you are well-versed in the plan. This will help it go as smoothly as possible on the day.

You may also want to include a backup plan just in case there is an issue, for example, the weather stops your plan to propose outside. Remind yourself of the plan before you plan to propose, and share it with any friends you plan to involve. 

Planning a proposal is great fun. Incorporate these elements to help it go to plan!

Thanks for stopping by!

Magda

xoxo