YoYo Proposal

At the World YoYo Contest Noel Kunz was shocking the audience with his moves, but he shocked his girlfriend even more with a very impromptu proposal. So much so that he even had to reassure her that it was real and not just part of their routine.

I love that they are doing this together. When I read the description I wasn’t sure how he could pull something like this off. How would you get her on the stage? Was it going to go up in lights behind him? Honestly I was hoping something was going to fly out of the YoYo or something for the proposal!

Still, if this is something they are passionate about together, then I think this proposal is so them and appropriate. Go to 1:13 for the exact moment if you don’t want to check out this guy’s awesome YoYo skills!

Emily

 

Karaoke Proposal

David and Brooke had been together for eight years, just graduated college, and were ready to party! But David had something else to add to the agenda.

The couple got up in front of their family and friend’s (for their first time ever doing karaoke) to sing Meatloaf’s “Paradise by the Dashboard Lights”. After a minute or so of singing (around 1:20), David asked them to cut the music, and got down on one knee. Brooke immediately began crying and sank to her own knees as well.

I love his timing with this, telling her he doesn’t want to give her an answer in the morning (listen to the lyrics if you don’t know them!). It definitely takes guts to do karaoke, and David used all of his nerves to go even further.

Oh, and Brooke doesn’t just say, “Yes!” She says, “Absolutely yes!” (Around 2:00 of the video.)

Emily

3 Do’s and Don’ts: Engagement Etiquette

I am no expert. Please keep that in mind. However, I have learned from being in and attending quite a few weddings that there are do’s and don’ts when you become engaged. These are the top three I’ve found that people tend to cross the line on (in my opinion).

1. Announcing your engagement.

Do: Spread the word of your fabulous new status! Facebook itself has an actual status update. However, before you let the world wide web know what’s going on, make sure to tell your family. It is “proper” to tell the bride’s parents first, followed by the groom’s, and to do it together. Whether you live only moments away or have to do it over the phone or Skype, this is news that should be shared as a couple– since that’s your future status as well!

Don’t: Tell people by text or e-mail. This is news that should be shared in person or with a phone call. This is not news you want everyone finding out through the internet or technology in general. Take this from someone who simply changed her status on Facebook from “In a Relationship” to “Married”. It upsets a lot of people, hurts a lot of feelings, and you definitely don’t want to tread on other peoples’ toes with your happiness. Call your family, call your closest friends, send them a picture of your ring (after doing the afore mentioned), and then let all your tech-savvy-friends know that you have a new relationship status.

2. Bride V. Groom

Do: Include your groom as much as he desires in the wedding planning. Sometimes brides can get carried away, or grooms can get carried away, and it’s good for you to be there for your partner. Work together in all things engagement and wedding. Unless one of you specifically says you don’t want to do something (and it’s ok with the other person involved), work together. Planning a wedding can be stressful, but it’s best done if you work together!

Don’t: Keep telling the groom that his opinion doesn’t count, or say, “Well, I’m the bride!”. Remember that it’s his wedding, too! He may not be the bride, but these days there can be as many groomzillas as there are bridezillas. Make sure to stay on the same page as one another. You don’t want him going to the caterers saying steak and you going to them saying salmon!

3. Wedding party.

Do: Ask them all at the same time. Stay positive about your wedding party. If they don’t all know each other, plan several events for the ladies to get decently close. After all, they are more than likely going to be planning at least one shower or party for you. You don’t want them stepping all over each other in an attempt to do things their way.

Don’t: Don’t feel obligated to have the groom’s second-cousin as one of your bridesmaids (unless you two are close, or your groom has made a special request for her to be in the wedding). Don’t have fifteen bridesmaids just because your mother insists you have to have all your cousins up there or the girl who once did that nice thing for her. It’s your wedding. This is one of the things that you should really put your foot down on, because the wedding party is just that– the wedding party. They are going to be in your pictures the most and around you the most during this process. Make sure you include the people that you want to be with you on your special day, and that’s it!

If you enjoy this, I will share some new do’s and don’ts with you next week!

Emily

Malta National Aquarium Proposal

I really love how above and beyond men go these days to propose to their girlfriends. I think it definitely speaks the female love language. (Even though it may put a little more pressure on the men… sorry, guys!)

Edward decided to propose Christine at the Malta National Aquarium. If you want to skip ahead to his proposal, go to 1:50.

You definitely want to see Christine’s reaction when the diver in the tank unrolls the sign with the proposal. I personally love how Christine hits him, then hugs and kisses him. She was taken so by surprise!

It’s even better when the staff emerges with champagne for the happy couple. If you want to skip ahead for a glimpse of her ring, go to 3:52. I love that it’s colored and not “just a diamond”!

Way to go, Edward, on completely surprising Christine with one wonderful proposal.

Emily

3 NYC Proposal Spots

In honor of Ashley Tisdale’s recent engagement, and in honor of the thousands (millions) of people who have proposed or been proposed to in New York City, I’m sharing with you my three favorite NYC proposal spots.

My husband wanted to propose in NYC and jumped the gun. He likes to remind me of his plans if ever I’m feeling a little low on romance, as though the notion of his planned proposal should cheer me up. It does remind me how much he loves me. I mean, what’s more romantic than a proposal in NYC?

1. Central Park. This location offers so many places you could propose in every season. Love the zoo? Perfect location. Ice skating in central park? (Isn’t that on everyone’s bucket list?) Make it even more special by proposing. If that doesn’t get you, a flash mob or “historic site” is also a possibility! Horse and carriage ride? Check!

See what I mean?

2. On top of the world. From skyscrapers to The Statue of Liberty, NYC is not hurting for tall places with a view. Take her to the top of the Empire State Building and drop to the knee! This is a celebrity-material-proposal, after all.

3. Give my regards to Broadway. What screams New York City more than a show? Even if you aren’t a stereotypical theatre-lover, nothing says love more than sacrificing your interests to treat her to one of her own and making it even more special with a ring. Get special passes, go to the stage door, go above and beyond and attempt to get the actors in on it for curtain call (hey, anything’s possible!). When in New York….

What are your favorite spots in NYC for romance?

Emily

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Ashley Tisdale Engaged!

New York is a magical place, full of amazing locations for proposals.

Ashley Tisdale’s boyfriend (now fiance), musician Christopher French, took advantage of the atmosphere and proposed on the 103rd floor of the Empire State Building last night. Thinking of Sleepless in Seattle, anyone?

Tisdale, 28, has been with said boyfriend for around eight months. She tweeted, “Best night of my life. We’re on top of the world.”

Congrats to the happy couple! Now let’s see that ring!

Emily

Photo Credit: justjared.com

Strike! You’re out.

How can a public proposal go completely wrong? With a negative answer.

What amazes me when things like this happens, is the negative reactions from on-lookers and YouTube commenters. Many bash the girlfriend, others bash the guy, others bash both of them, and others bash those that are doing “all” the bashing.

David put himself out there, and Jessica wasn’t ready. She may have many reasons, and my personal opinion is even if the proposal is public there is no reason the girl should say yes, then turn around and say no. All that does is cause more heartbreak to the man. I also think if she’s honest up front, there may be a chance of them staying together afterwards. For all we know, she just isn’t ready for that next step!

What do you think about a public rejection, or a rejection at all, to a proposal?

Emily

Oscars Outdoors Hollywood Proposal

Oscars Outdoors is an event in Hollywood where Academy Award winners are played. On July 20, after a screening of Big, Alex surprised Lauren with a completely different screening.

It may not have won any Academy Awards, but boy did this pull on everyone’s heartstrings there. After seeing childhood pictures, pictures of the couple, and short videos from family, Alex came on the screen himself to address Lauren before turning it over to “real Alex”.

When he took her hands in his and started talking, I admittedly was watching saying, “You better drop to one knee.” Now, I know men don’t have to, and some women may find it cliche… but, I mean… is it really a proposal if he isn’t kneeling in some sort of fashion? OK, OK… yes, it is. But my old romantic heart just wants to see that moment where he bends to one knee, pulls out the ring, and asks her the classic question. Thank goodness Alex won me over (at 6:25, in case you want to skip ahead).

I love that she shouts, “YES!” In most public proposals they have to relay that the sobbing female did, in fact, accept the proposal. Not in this one! Lauren enthusiastically lets all the on-lookers know that her man is truly off the market for good.

Make sure to stick around (or skip ahead) to 7:42 where you see Lauren, once again, completely shocked by people waiting at the apartment to celebrate their engagement.

Take notes, gentlemen. This is how it should be done.

Emily

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Oh, look! Another Flash Mob Proposal.

Personally, these never get old to me. I LOVE flash mobs. Some of them can even bring me to tears. (I know, I know. I’m pathetic.) Especially when the flash mobs are made specifically for a proposal… like this one.

Scarlet was waiting to dance in a flashmob. So excited about being a part of one in Washington Square Park, Philadelphia. Little did she know that her boyfriend, Andrew, was also a part of it! Not only that, but that the flashmob was actually created for her.

 

Her reaction when she sees him dancing is priceless, and it’s even better when he pulls her back in to the middle of the circle to propose.

Who would say no to their boyfriend proposing to “Kiss the Girl” from The Little Mermaid? I mean, really!

Emily