7 Tips For A Thoughtful Marriage Proposal & Why Your Partner Deserves One.

A Marriage proposal is something most would consider the epitome of romantic moments. As such we all have expectations of what such a moment should be; and well there is no wrong way to propose to your loved one, there are defiantly things you can do to make a proposal more thoughtful and heartfelt. Below I have 7 top tips for crafting the perfect, thoughtful marriage proposal:

Plan it – it will be time well spent.

Obviously as an event planner I am a huge fan of lists and plans. You may prefer to be an in the moment sort of person; but hear me out as to why this is such an important step. You are asking your lover, your partner in crime, your best friend to spend the rest of their life with you I think that’s worth some extra effort – and I’m sure they will too. A proposal is a way to physically show how much you love them and how well you know them. For some planning such a moment may be a challenge they look forward too - for others this is extremely daunting or you may just not have any spare time to pull it all off; this is where For keeps events can help.

Make it special – without breaking the bank

A Marriage proposal should be a grand gesture. You’re asking the person you love to spend the rest of their life with you, so of course you want to make it a standout moment in your relationship. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean you need to drain your bank account for the occasion. Sure, prepare to spend a bit of money planning and decorating to set the scene; but it’s the thought and attention you put into details that make it meaningful that your partner will cherish.

Make it sentimental – show how much you care

A perfect proposal is never the same. Making it sentimental by adding in personal touches here and there will only make it more memorable. It will show how you treasure the memories you have as a couple and just how well you know your partner. You won't want to take her to an amusement park if she gets motion sickness or to the top of a mountain if she’s afraid of heights, right!  Making it sentimental could include many things – it could be including elements from your first date, serving a favourite dish, having a special song playing or their favourite flowers as decorations. As they say is the smaller things that count.

Keep it a surprise – I know it’s hard!

If you’re planning to propose no doubt you have probably talked about marriage and your future together and if you haven’t I highly recommending doing so before you propose. Now just because you’ve had this conversation doesn’t mean you need to take away from the surprise of the romantic proposal. Make sure to have a good reason ready for why you’ve been busy planning and decoy for why you need to take your partner away for a weekend or why she needs to get dressed up; I have some great explanations you can use! Tip -  KEEP IT SIMPLE – don’t get yourself confused in a web of elaborate white lies trying to throw them of the proposal scent!

Also, I know it’s tempting but don’t tell anyone no matter how much you know you can trust them (unless you need their help pulling it off of course) – your future fiancé will want to be there to share the exciting news with you.

Enjoy it – it will be a whirlwind

Try to take in the moments as it happens. Proposal are of course very emotional – they are also a moment where your nerves are high. Even if you’re pretty sure she’ll say yes, I understand it’s a moment with a lot of pressure behind it. Try remember the moment will be perfect because of the thought and care you put into it. Try not to get to caught up in everything being a 100% exactly like the movies or a preconceived idea of perfection; focus more on the moment as it comes. Of course hiring a proposal planner is a great way to take the stress..

Put a ring on it – seriously.

Popping the question with no ring is considered the biggest faux pas of a marriage proposal. I know your deceleration of love is what’s most important, but a survey carried out by ‘The Knot’ found that most couples felt an “engagement won't seem 100 percent legit unless she's got an engagement ring to show for it.” You may know exactly the type of ring your partner would want, you also may have no idea. There are many ways I can help you narrow down the options - you can also pick a jeweler that will let you exchange the ring after the proposal. Remember though when purchasing an engagement ring, make sure you stay within your budget or financial capability.

Capture the moment – it’s worth it.

Having photographer there to capture your proposal is something I always recommend. This is such a special moment in your relationship having some beautiful snaps to commemorate this is something you will both appreciate having.

Thinking through all these tips when planning a proposal might seem trivial. After all you just want to get down on one knee and pop the big question and start the next phase of your lives, right? But trust me taking the time to put in the extra effort is worth it; your partner deserves it. A proposal can show how much you love your partner and that you are prepared to spend your lives together going above and beyond.