How To Plan The Perfect Proposal: Creative & Romantic Proposal Ideas

Sep 15, 2021

Want to make your proposal unforgettable? Here are some ideas.

a man proposing to his love

It’s usually not a question of should I propose, but a question of how. With creativity and an open mind, you can create an unforgettable proposal that your partner will remember for a lifetime. There are many creative proposals out there that have been successful for those who want to stand out from the crowd such as proposing with a scavenger hunt or even writing a custom song!


Outdoor Proposal Ideas

●    Propose to your beloved at a place that has meaning for you both, such as where you met, where you went on your first date, or anyplace of special significance.

●    Write your proposal in sand on a beach with an overlook. Take your partner to the vantage point and wait until they notice your proposal below.

●    Watch fireworks together and pop the question during the grand finale.

●    Go for a hike and as you reach the destination, get down on one knee.

●    Get a group of friends together and plan a flash mob proposal.


Artsy & Creative Proposal Ideas

●    Create a custom song that is romantic and includes special lyrics written only for your partner.

●    Make a plan with the waiter at your favorite restaurant to have them bring out a special dish or drink with a diamond ring on top.

●    Find a local artist to include your proposal or your love’s portrait in a piece of graffiti art outside (in an allowed place, of course!) then take them there and propose.

●    Send your partner sentimental items that are important to you both along with your proposal message in a package in the mail, or bury the package and go on a treasure hunt, complete with a map to dig up the surprise!


Romantic Proposal Ideas

●    Propose at the place where you went on your first date.

●    Find a romantic spot with a view and pretend you’ve hurt your ankle on the walk there. Then, get down on one knee and present a ring!

●    Stroll through the park or along the beach at sunset with a picnic basket filled with champagne, chocolates, fruits, and cheese. Propose in front of the setting sun.

●    Take him or her for a stroll down memory lane. Visit some of your favorite places or places you’ve gone to together in the past. Propose in front of the most meaningful one.


Cute Marriage Proposal Ideas

●    Create a calendar filled with adorable pictures of you both for each month. Then write “Will you marry me?” where December’s photo would be. Show your partner the calendar and give them a surprise.

●    If you are wanting to become pet owners, choose a puppy, kitten, or other animal to adopt and tie a ring or proposal note to its collar before you bring it home to show your partner.

●    Create a film of videos and photos of the two of you and edit it together with romantic music. Add a video of yourself asking “will you marry me?” at the end, and then watch the video together.


Simple Proposal Idea

●    Bring your partner breakfast in bed, with a special surprise!

●    Put a proposal message in their favorite book in place of their bookmark.

●    Prepare a surprise candlelight meal at home on the night that you plan to propose.

●    Plan a weekend getaway and propose at the end of the trip.


Creativity and sentiment are the keys to a memorable marriage proposal. The best proposals are those that can be tailored to your partner's interests and personality so they feel like you really know them, which may lead to an enthusiastic "yes!" We hope this article has given you some ideas for how to make your proposal stand out from the crowd in ways your partner will love! 


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