There is always plan “B” in case of rain, but not this time. Taddy had a very firm decission to propose on Saturday night in the park with the Bow Bridge on the background. The rain was in the forecast, but he really want it to be done this day. So at 8.30 sharp its started to rain, right when the couple were walking to the spot. It was raining so hard, that we were really scared the candles would be washed out.
Finally, our couple came in. He got one one knee and asked her hand. And right at that moment the rain stopped. Looks like a blessing from the sky.
We really love when its raining, as pictures looks beautiful. The water reflection makes it romantic and peaceful.
What did we use for this package:
“Light the night” package, which is 150 led candles and string lights
“Marry ME?” Red led sign
Secret Photographer and Video
If you are planning your engagement and dont know where to start, contact us know at head@proposal007.com and we will help to create the best day in your life.
Spring is right around the corner and there is no better time for a marriage proposal than the cherry blossom season. New York City completely transforms during this time of the year and warmer weather brings more opportunities for a surprise engagement. So what are the best marriage proposal ideas for spring in New York? And where can you watch the cherry blossoms?
1. Picnic proposal in the park
Springtime is perfect for the long walks in the park and nature admiration. It is an ideal time to get outside the house and enjoy the nice weather. Surprise your partner with the styled picnic and propose with the cherry blossom trees on your background. Central Park would be perfect for the picnic proposals. You can take the horse and carriage ride and ask the driver to stop by the Cherry Hill fountain, walk towards the world-famous Bow Bridge and find a beautifully decorated picnic set up there. Don’t forget to hire a photographer to capture the big surprise moment.
2. Rooftop proposal
The rooftops season is officially open and there is nothing like watching the sunset with the love of your life from a private rooftop in New York. We are offering a wide range of private venues, which are located all over the city so that everyone can find the place that they like. A private rooftop proposal is great because you can completely customize your experience and decorate the place in any way you want. For those who want a bit of attention, the Top of the Rock and the Edge would be the perfect choices. Just keep in mind that public places don’t allow decorations, so keep it simple but don’t forget to hire a photographer.
3. Boat proposal
Enjoy the warm spring breeze by sailing around Manhattan on a private boat. This is a perfect sunrise or sunset proposal idea and your significant other would absolutely appreciate it. Propose with the Statue of Liberty view and celebrate with champagne and music. Another option will be proposing after the ride when the boat will get back to the deck and the group of musicians will meet you on the shore. Propose with her favorite song and the surprise appearance of friends and family.
4. Flash Mob proposal
As the weather gets warmer it brings more life back to the city. You can see the street musicians and dancers all over the streets of New York. So why not use this opportunity and surprise your partner with the flash mob marriage proposal. Just imagine walking in the park and seeing a group of people dancing, you stop to check the performance and the next thing she knows the group revealed the ‘ will you marry me” t-shirts and you get on one knee. We guaranteed she would be in shock. Another way to propose would be to hire the singing group. Imagine sitting by the fountain and people around you start to sing one by one. By the time the whole group performs you get on one knee and ask the main question.
5. Day trip
Again, springtime is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the weather and go outside. You can visit the tulip farm and propose with the most colorful background you can only ask for. Or go hiking and pop the question on top of the mountain. For the urban adventure couples, Prospect Park would be an ideal destination with its wild nature and hidden paths. You can go on a horseback riding adventure in the park and propose by the waterfall. If you are looking for scenic views, try Governor’s Island. This place is a perfect city getaway and you can hike, ride a bicycle and even try the zip-lining there. Stay overnight at the Collective retreat glamorous tents and propose in the evening by the fire with some s’mors.
If you still are not sure if Spring is the good time to pop the question just think of the sweet aroma of the cherry blossoms that cover the city during these months. New York loves cherry blossoms and there are lots of festivals and celebrations connected to this event. The blooming season usually starts in mid-March till the end of April and it is the most romantic time of the year.
The best places to admire the blossoming trees will be:
Brooklyn Botanical Gardens.
Riverside Park
Roosevelt Island
Central Park
Randall’s Island
If you know that your partner loves cherry blossoms then this is the sign to propose during this time. You can either propose by the trees or incorporate the colors into your proposal by adding pink flowers and wearing light pink elements. For the clients who are ready to start the planning, we would recommend contacting us directly at head@proposal007.com and we would start the planning process.
Tatiana Caicedo
Best Proposal Reactions of 2020
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And 2020 was a very difficult year for everyone, with lockdowns, quarantine, curfews and ban on traveling, it was a year that tested our limits and at the same time shows what is important to all of us – family and our loved once. To all the couples who got engaged this year, thank you for letting us be a part of your unique story, this is definitely the year for the records.
Here are the priceless emotions of 2020 marriage proposals!
How to nail your engagement photo session
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The engagement photo session usually follows up after the proposal. It is the opportunity for both partners to participate in the preparation process and come up with the theme, idea, and outfit style. This is the perfect opportunity to work as a team and create pictures that you both will like and cherish.
Here are some useful tips on how to nail your engagement shoot:
First of all, create a theme. How do you want your pictures to look like? Do you want to look classy or casual? Is there a story behind it? For example, our recent couple wanted to create those fun, cheerful pictures on a sunny fall morning in Central Park.
Decide when do you want to do it. Morning or sunset time. What’s the difference? Morning pictures are more bright and colorful, it is more cheerful in nature. If you are a fun and goofy couple that would be the best time. Sunset is more intimate and romantic. It is more moody pictures and more artistic shots.
Outfit. Think layers. Instead of changing entirely, add different accessories to your look to make it look different. For example, here our bride-to-be brought a hat and a poncho to make the outfit look different and it creates absolutely different styles.
Location. Location is very important and it’s better if you have different photo opportunities around the area. In this case, Central Park or Brooklyn Bridge Park is always a good choice as those spots have numerous locations and can create absolutely different styles.
Props. We love using props for the sessions as it helps to make the pictures more interesting. Balloons, flowers, or vintage bikes! Again, props should be a part of your theme and story, and when done correctly it creates absolutely stunning images.
Mood. Yes, you need to be in a good mood for the session. There is nothing worse than to act happy when you are not. It is always better to reschedule a session and solve the problems with your partner than discussing the problem during the session and make public scenes.
Time. Most of the time the engagement session can take anywhere from 2 to 5 hours, so make sure you have the time and can fully enjoy that moment. Don’t schedule a session on your lunch break or between the jobs.
Poses. As the photographer will guide you, it is always better to do your homework in advance and actually check or learn a couple of poses. You can create a Pinterest album and save all the poses you want to try during the session. Share the link with your photographer, so that he knows which style you are looking for. Practice together with your partner in front of the mirror, it is a good way to see where to put your hands and what angle is working the best.
Plan “B”. Always think of what you will do if the weather turns bad on your day. Can you reschedule for another day? Or style the shoot with umbrellas? Maybe take pictures inside the local coffee shop? Always discuss all the possibilities with your photographer in advance.
Friends and Family. Of course, for the couples who already have kids, this is a wonderful opportunity to take some cute family photos. Create a matching outfit for the whole family and enjoy the time together. For the couples who have dogs, we always recommend asking someone from the family to assist during the shoot, so that they can take him after pictures and you can walk and do more styled pictures with the photographer.
Engagement photo sessions are fun and it is a wonderful opportunity to capture the memories of your engaged time. Those pictures are also used for the save the date invitations and family calendars. We hope you will find those tips useful and will nail your engagement session.
If you haven’t planed it yet, reach out to us directly at head@proposal007.com, and our experienced team will help you to create the theme and choose the best spot for the engagement session.
