Knowing how much Kristen loves the water, he wanted to incorporate it into a unique proposal plan. After chatting with one of our proposal experts, he decided an afternoon gondola cruise would be the best way to pop the question! Our discreet proposal photographer captured the moment he dropped to one knee, and her incredible reaction!   Watch their engagement unfold in their full proposal slideshow.

Planning to propose in Dallas? Check out more incredible Dallas marriage proposals we have helped plan and photograph. If you have some ideas that you’d like to discuss with an engagement expert, contact us today for a free consultation. Our proposal planning team has all the best local tips and tricks to help you plan and capture your perfect Dallas surprise engagement.

And if you’re looking for a sweet love story, read on for the love story behind Patrick and Kristen’s beautiful engagement.

Their Love Story

Patrick remembers the exact date of the day they first met two and a half years ago: June 30, 2013. They were attending a mutual friend’s social gathering at Bar Louie in downtown Fort Worth.

Patrick was immediately noticed her captivating blue eyes, and struck up an easy conversation. Kristen was intrigued by his wit and confidence. They noticed an immediate connection, and Patrick asked her out on a date.

Life has an interesting way of giving you what you need right when you stop searching for it! Both Patrick and Kristen had just about given up on love when they met and fell for each other. On their second date, she showed a genuine interest in Patrick and laughed at his jokes, and he just knew he had found The One!

Captured with Dallas Proposal Photography

With a unique plan to bring the water to Kristen for their marriage proposal, Patrick booked a romantic gondola cruise around Lake Carolyn and planned to have it all captured with Dallas proposal photography as an extra special surprise!

At just the right moment, their gondolier sneakily dropped a corked glass bottle with Patrick’s handwritten proposal note into the water for Kristen to find!

Smiling, she read his romantic proposal message and looked up to see Patrick on bended knee with a stunning Jared’s engagement ring!

When they were safely back on dry land, our photographer introduced himself, and joined them for the remainder of the hour for a beautiful engagement session.

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From a Venetian style gondola cruise to a Teddy Bear Park proposal, here are five of our favorite Dallas marriage proposal ideas for a romantic engagement that’s sure to sweep her off her feet!

Get more inspiration by visiting our Dallas proposal page, where you’ll find more Dallas marriage proposal ideas along with easy-to-book proposal packages and some of our favorite Dallas engagement photography!

Dallas Gondola Marriage Proposal

Transform Dallas into Venice for the night with a romantic gondola ride through the Las Colinas canal.  Stop beforehand for a romantic dinner at your favorite restaurant nearby.  Bring along your favorite bottle of bubbly, or arrange to have it set up for you, and add in some flowers to add to the romance of your Romeo and Juliet evening.  Perfetto!  Browse our Dallas gondola package to find out more about booking your own gondola marriage proposal!

Dallas Botanical Garden Marriage Proposal

Nothing is quite as romantic as a stroll through a garden!  Take your honey on a scenic walk through a botanical gardens to take in the fauna.  Head to the Dallas Botanical Gardens to roam 19 unique exhibits complete with flowers from around the world. When you’ve arrived at the picture-perfect spot, drop to one knee and pop the question! 

Dallas Horse and Carriage Marriage Proposal

Has your special someone always dreamed of a fairytale romance? Make it all a reality by taking a horse and carriage ride through the city streets to your favorite park or landmark. This proposal is truly the best of both worlds, blending classic romance and modern sites.  Check out our Dallas horse and carriage proposal package to see how you can plan yours.

Dallas Vineyard Marriage Proposal

Whether the two of your are sommeliers, or just enjoy kicking back after a long day with a glass of superb wine, this is the proposal for you.  Casual, romantic and fun, a marriage proposal at a local winery is all about laid-back luxury.  Tell your S.O. that you are going for a casual wine tasting at your favorite spot.  After you take a guided tour of the grounds, separate from the group to go off on a stroll to pop the question at the location of your choosing

Dallas Park Marriage Proposal

Head to the Teddy Bear Trail of Lakeside Park, like Juan did, for a super sweet proposal in front of three adorable teddies!  Make it a picnic proposal, complete with a gingham blanket, and pop a bottle of bubbly to celebrate in style!  Bring your own or have us pack a picnic for you for the two of you to ‘stumble across’ on your walk through the park!

We hoped these helped get the creative ideas flowing!  If you’re still a little stuck and would like to chat with someone who knows their stuff, remember to contact us for your free consultation.  Our proposal experts know all the best places to propose in Dallas, and the most romantic ways to do it!

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