Planning the perfect proposal can be daunting. It can also be complicated, especially with thousands (millions?) of proposal ideas floating around the internet. Deciding whether to plan a proposal that’s simple, extravagant, or somewhere in between is a lot of pressure, but there are a few ways to ensure that you’re planning the best possible proposal for your partner. The first best step? Consult with a professional, if you can.
As Brett Galley, director of special events and owner of Hollywood POP explains, the key to a perfect proposal is really understanding what the person you’re proposing to loves in life.
“For instance, if you are proposing to a quiet, low key partner who doesn’t like the spotlight, you would plan a proposal that is special and private, perhaps at home or on top of an isolated mountaintop, as opposed to in front of a group of people or any large public displays,” Galley says. “If your partner is extroverted and is a ‘more is more’ type of person, you might hire a flash mob, have a fireworks display, or propose on an action-adventure based outing.”
It’s also good to consider the timing of things long before you ever purchase a ring or plan the proposal event. “Timing, of course, is everything,” Galley says. “Have discussions about the future beforehand. Know that your partner is ready for a proposal and that it doesn’t come out of the left field. This avoids awkwardness or pressure.”
If you’ve talked about the future and considered your partner’s personality type, the next step is getting into the details of the proposal. Here are 38 ideas that would be great for nearly every person.
