Summer Movie Proposal

When Michael decided to propose to Christine, he knew two things:

1. He wanted to involve their friends.

2. He wanted to make it a “summer blockbuster” deal.

So he and his friend got together and made a trailer to play at their local movie theatre. It was a bit all over the place, and involved a lot of things blowing up, someone in clown-paint, and Michael running around with a voice-alternator and hoodie. Just as Christine leaned over to ask Michael, “What the [bleep] is this?” it came to the part where he revealed himself in the trailer. Talk about a way to share the store with people!

When he gets down on one knee in the theater, he then reveals the friends that are there as well! I love when couples get to share their special moment with friends (and us, of course). It just makes it ten times better!

My favorite part of this is that the movie trailer he made isn’t some romance-themed trailer, or spy-theme, or anything really obvious. In fact, she had no idea what was going on until the very end when Michael addresses her and the movie theatre! I’m not going to lie, the clown make-up would creep me out if I was her…but, you do what you gotta do!

Emily

(CBS Presenter) Michael Yo’s Proposal

Michael Yo wanted to propose to his girlfriend, Claire. But, of course, he had to go above and beyond. He made it all about her; which, of course the engagement is about the two of you… but I think this was such an amazing way for him to do it.

First, Claire’s friend invites her for a VIP tour of a winery in Malibu. But it’s all a rouse, you see, because Michael is the one planning the whole thing. Her friend asks to go to the bathroom, and when Claire turns around it’s Michael coming back her way and their dog is carrying the ring (and a video camera). I love that both of them are crying while he proposes! Talk about love.

After Michael proposes, the two go back to the lodge where he tells her he has hair and makeup waiting for her before they do photos together. Claire starts crying again, telling him how thoughtful he is. But it’s even more than that! It’s not just hair and makeup, but her best friend that she hasn’t seen in over a year.

Lastly, after taking photos, the two decide to go to dinner to celebrate their new status. As they walk into the restaurant, there’s cheering and clapping: their friends and family are waiting for them. Claire turns to Michael, crying once again, so amazed at everything he planned for the two of them and the occasion.

This is the way to propose, ladies and gentlemen. He did more than deliver the speech and the ring, he made sure that it was a DAY to remember. And while we can’t all whisk away to Malibu or pay for all of our friends and family to be there, we can plan accordingly so it’s as close to perfect as it can get.

Photo and video by Paparazzi Proposals

Emily

An Iceland Getaway Proposal

Eugene wanted to propose to Anna. More than that, he wanted to surprise her– which is apparently not easy. But after a month of planning, everything worked out beautifully.

The two were on a weeklong trip to Iceland, and at the very end of it they decided to take an unbelievable  helicopter tour. The tour included landing on top of the famous Eyjafjallajökull mountain that erupted in 2010. (If you recall, this caused flight cancellations in Europe and the U.S. that lasted for days.)

Eugene told the pilot of his plans, and when the time came to “pose for a picture” at the top of the mountain, the pilot was really shooting the video. Now the two have more than one moment for the occasion.

I love how Anna literally jumps when Eugene goes down on one knee, and pretty much doesn’t stop showing her excitement. That’s how we should all react to a proposal (or hope to get as a reaction). Am I right?

Emily

 

Special London Proposal

Michael and Jess took a last-minute trip to London. While there, Jess asked Michael if he would do a video with her for her YouTube channel. What she didn’t know was that Michael was planning to propose, and decided to do it during their video so they’d have a record of it forever.

Michael and Jess are talking about couples questions, and the Michael decides to bring up, “What do people ask us all the time?” Because, apparently, the two get asked a lot when they’re going to get married. He eggs her on, trying to put the pressure on her about when she wants that to change and all that stuff. And then he pulls a bag (not a box, 3:00) out of his pocket. Already, Jess is starting to get emotional, because it’s apparent just how nervous Michael is… and what’s probably coming next.

When Michael gets on one knee, Jess’s reaction is probably the cutest thing possible… and will make you LOL. Because around 3:58 she apologizes for “ugly crying.” I mean, who does that during a proposal? We all think it, I’m sure, if we get over emotional… but it was so fantastic to hear the words out loud.

Emily

Starbucks Lovers Proposal

David decided that in order to make his proposal, he had to go back to the beginning… and include friends and family at that. He also had to convince Starbucks to let friends pose as employees, and get REI to help, too… since the Starbucks is in REI.

 

So while Stefanie is running around REI, thinking she’s in a contest to get some kind of gift card– what’s REALLY going on is David is getting changed into a suit, friends and family are gathered in the Starbucks, and he’s getting ready to go down on one knee.

If I were Stefanie, I would be so excited because he thought something out that was from the heart, and at the same time annoyed because he had me running and climbing in REI like a madwoman for now reason. I mean, don’t get me wrong– if they’re the kind of couple that climbs and does stuff together (they did meet at REI), then I’m sure she didn’t mind. She still ends up in a dress when he’s on one knee, after all.

 

 

Tribute to Girlfriend’s Late Father with Amazing Proposal

Hayley’s father passed away in April 2014, and her boyfriend, Tyler, never got to ask him permission to marry his daughter. Tyler wanted to go through that tradition. So when the time came, he decided to ask Haylee’s siblings instead. But when one of Haylee’s brother says that their dad would be 100% for Tyler marrying Haylee (1:50), you know that’s the moment where Tyler was choking up (or, at least, I was while watching this).

Siblings Grant, Zach, and Danielle all gave Tyler their support, which he made sure to document in the video. As for Haylee’s late father, Tyler’s video includes a voiceover letter to him explaining that he’s proposing to Haylee (starts at 1:58), and how he always thought about the day he’d ask him for his blessing.

Around 3:15 of the video, while the couple is in Rome, Tyler drops to one knee. This is the part that’s completely tear-jerking. Because during this time, the voiceover letter to Haylee’s dad says, “But most importantly, I’ll make you proud to call me your son.”

The end of the video will make you laugh, cry, and feel just about every emotion that the pre-proposal footage did, too. So, if you have the time, you should just watch this whole thing. Because it will make you feel ALL the feels.

Emily

San Diego Comic Con Proposal

Ben and Michael were in San Diego for Comic Con. While Michael was shopping inside the convention center, Ben and some friends set up a little vocal flash mob to surprise Michael with. What Michael didn’t know, until he emerged and Ben lead him into the center, was that the set-up was all for him– and Ben’s proposal.

Pulling on the on-lookers feelings, Ben held up signs to let Michael know that there was nothing he wanted to do more, now that marriage equality is nationwide, than to marry Michael. As the vocalist struggled to keep up her leading ways, since she was crying, Ben then got on one knee and used his words more to finish proposing to Michael.

It had to be pretty amazing to plan this proposal. After all, they were in sunny San Diego with amazing friends, for something super fun– and then a proposal/engagement on top of that? Something tells me Ben had been waiting for the perfect moment to ask Michael the big question, and what better time than this?

Emily

Aussie Cinema Proposal

Liam wanted to do something special and unique for Amy for his proposal. So he called up some friends, some family, and got the movie theatre involved as well.

Liam decided he wanted to make a music video for the song “Rude” by Magic for his proposal. This, of course, meant involving her dad. It’s probably the cutest thing I’ve seen when, at the end of the music video (4:28) it’s turned around and the dad is there with flowers and champagne.

This is well put together because the video cuts from the music video to Amy watching, all while we still get to enjoy the whole song. It ends, and Liam sows up back in the theater around 4:43.

This is truly one of the cutest videos I’ve seen in a while. What I want to know is– did they end up watching the movie?

Oh! If you skip to 6:20… Magic, in the flesh, sent a little message to Amy and Liam.

Emily

Airplane Passengers Help Soldier Propose

Misty was waiting at the airport with others to welcome home her boyfriend after a six-month deployment in South Korea. What she didn’t know was that her boyfriend, SGT Vance, had something planned to make the occasion even more special.

As she waited at the bottom of the escalator, other passengers from his flight began showing up holding single roses. The roses, of course, were handed off to Misty until finally her boyfriend appeared with the last rose. As soon as he got off the escalator, he dropped to one knee with the engagement ring.

If you were wondering, she said yes.

Proposals like this are so special each time because it reminds everyone to be thankful for our military and all that they sacrifice.

Emily

Soaking Up the Sun: Proposal Ideas

Going to the beach and/or the pool are a staple of summer. Now that we’re nearing the end (I don’t say that to depress you!), here are a few ideas of making one of those perfect moments last a lifetime.

1. At the Lake. Whether you’re tubing, fishing, or just dipping your toes in to cool off– plan your proposal for one of these days. I would not suggest, however, pulling out the ring if you’re in a tube moving down river, or pulling it out on the boat UNLESS you have it secure!

2. By the pool. Have a summer celebration with those closest to you. When things are at their most exciting, or perhaps when you have a quiet moment, let everyone know what the party is really for. Unroll that banner or just drop to one knee and ask your question! Make sure to have something to celebrate with: cupcakes, champagne, balloons– something!

3. Beach Camping. If you have a love of sand and an adventurous side, take her camping on the beach. Enjoy the smell of salt, the sound of the waves, and whether it’s by the fire or during the sunset or sunrise, it will be hard to beat the atmosphere of this proposal.

Emily