I think only one of these is truly a “fail” because it’s just like… that did NOT happen, right? The other two are just unfortunate, and in my book if you dump a bucket of guck on someone’s head, that’s not a good proposal. So, from “best” to worst, here are my favorite three of the year.

1. Giant Wave Interruption. Now, the guy still got a yes out of this proposal, but there’s nothing like a giant wave coming at you to interrupt the moment. Of course, that’s what happens. You can’t control the elements!

2. Prank Proposal. Nothing like getting ready for a hot date to have a bucket of yuck dumped on your head. I’m not sure I would’ve cared if someone had been waiting on one knee for me after that, I would’ve gone right back into the bathroom and cried/gotten pretty again before coming out and saying yes. I would want to make him think I was too mad to accept. Just me.

3. Boat Fumble. And, the absolute best fail of the year. If proposing on a boat, do not take the ring out until it’s going straight on her finger. Don’t give her a chance to knock it out of your hand, whether in the box or not. Because, well, you may just lose it for good.

Do you have a different favorite fail?

Emily