What to prepare for the proposal day?

Stay true, stay gold

Before starting planning the details of your proposal, you first need to have a gauge on whether the lady is ready. Both of you should have talked about marriage and have an mutual understanding/ agreement on your plans for the future. It is also important to give the lady's parents heads-up before the proposal as a sign of respect.

First things first, you should have a location in mind. Read my previous post for more ideas. 💡

Next, you will need to plan out the flow of events/ timeline for yourself and your helpers to successfully roll out the proposal. Some key items to think about:

• What do you plan to do before the surprise proposal? You want to make it seem like a really casual day out so it shouldn't have any suspicious components.
• What do you plan to do during the proposal itself? The cliche but touching guitar-and-song proposal or kneeling down on your knees with a heartfelt message and promise for the future? 
• What you plan to do after the proposal? You can celebrate with the helpers or have a special celebration between the two of you at somewhere special. 

What to prepare?

• Diamond ring 
• Bouquet of flowers
• Decoration for the proposal venue (you can consider getting candles and potpourri from Daiso) 
• Arrange for friends to help with photo-taking and videography
• Champagne to toast for a successful proposal

Who to involve to witness/ share in the happiness

• Family on both sides
• Close friends (some of them can also be your helpers for your day!)

Some people prefer just having 1-2 close friends around for the proposal, while others enjoy the company of many people. This really depends on you and your partner. Just make sure parents are informed to avoid miscommunication. 

The sky is the limit for proposals. Just follow your heart and make sure it’s something both of you will enjoy and smile when you look back years later. All the best for d’day! 💪