While both scenarios are understandable, it’s important to remember that instead of trying to picture what a proposal should look like, it’s more important to think about the end goal, the moment your partner says “Yes!” So, forget what’s on the movies, what people you know have done, and all the other preconceived notions. Just think about what’s important to your partner and what you know based off experience. To give you some ideas, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite romantic ways to propose from real proposals by real people, that we’ve had the pleasure of capturing.

1. Add a Musician

Paul wanted to serenade his way into Kelsey’s heart and arranged for a guitarist to take on the disguise of a street performer. Upon suggesting to take a stroll through Centennial Park in Nashville, Paul and Kelsey encountered the guitarist, who coincidently started playing songs with special meanings to them. Filled with delight, Kelsey was distracted by the musician, which gave Paul the perfect moment to get down on one knee and surprise her with a diamond ring.

2. Make it a Trip

Make your proposal last an entire weekend and plan a romantic weekend getaway. Josh planned an exciting trip to Las Vegas with Melissa, and coordinated with our photographer to plan the picture-perfect moment for him to get down on one knee. The Bellagio Fountain show illuminated Josh’s proposal, and Melissa couldn’t hold back the tears of pure happiness.

3. Add Some Thrill

An engagement proposal doesn’t have to just consist of a romantic dinner or 24 roses. If an adventure or thrill are more of your partner’s thing, how about an exciting helicopter ride? That’s exactly how Olufemi surprised his partner with a diamond ring, right before boarding a helicopter to tour the stunning Miami skyline.

4. Simple Can Be Romantic

In a world filled with too many complications that we have no control over, why do we feel that for something to be great, it has to be complicated? Nuno disagreed, and chose a calming and picturesque beach for his proposal to Becky in San Diego. He set up a heartwarming backyard-like setting covered in roses and memorabilia from their relationship, and when Becky thought the day couldn’t get any better, he asked her to marry him!

5. Include Friends and Family

Devin wanted to throw in some familiar faces into his proposal to Ashley and coordinated with all of their family and friends. He planned for all them to be discreetly hidden nearby the proposal location in New York City, and after Ashley screamed “YES!”, they came out of hiding and joined in the celebration.

These are just a few of our top advice, but if you’re looking for daily inspiration, make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram! However, at the end of the day, what makes a proposal perfect consist of only two factors- you and your partner. And we’ll be there to candidly capture every moment.

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We put together a few of our favorite ways to pop the question in Los Angeles to get you inspired, from a helicopter proposal high above the Hollywood sign, to a laid back beach engagement.

Our proposal planning team is ready with tips, tricks and advice on all the best ways to propose in L.A.! Want to speak to someone now!?

Propose in a Helicopter

This is hands-down one of the most luxurious ways to propose! Her heart will soar when she takes in birds-eye views of the Hollywood sign and the Pacific Ocean.  Consider having your pilot fly you to a private outlook spot in the Santa Monica mountains. Once you’re on solid ground, pop the question in complete privacy, with 360 degree views of the city and the ocean!  Check out Ajay’s gorgeous helicopter proposal to get a preview of the amazing views!

Propose On The Beach

A picnic on the beach is one of the most timeless ways to propose in Los Angeles. Bring your own, or have our team set one up for you complete with roses and a bottle of bubbly, for you to stumble across on a romantic stroll.  After you drop to one knee, toast your new engagement in style! Check out our gorgeous beach proposal package to find out how to plan and capture your own.

Propose On A Gondola

You don’t have to go all the way to Italy for this romantic engagement. Surprise her with a sunset gondola cruise in Newport Harbor. Arrange for a handwritten love note to float by in a bottle at just the right time!  She’ll read your message and turn to see you down on one knee, ring in hand.  Get inspired by viewing our Los Angeles gondola proposal package.

Propose On A Hike

Looking for low-key ways to propose? Take advantage of the incredible trails in Los Angeles by proposing while on a hike! She’ll never expect that you’re planning on popping the question and the views will be absolutely incredible for surprise proposal photography. Point Dume in Malibu is one of our favorite places for a gorgeous surprise engagement.

Propose at a Vineyard

Vineyards have always been a popular place for the wedding, but are increasingly becoming a favorite proposal location, too!  Book a private vineyard or tasting tour.  Let your friends and family in on the secret and have them wait close by, joining you two afterwards for an awesome surprise engagement party!  Get inspired by Michael Yo’s incredible Malibu Winery proposal!

Check out more ways to propose in Los Angeles, on the blog!  For a comprehensive guide to proposing in L.A., head to our to our Los Angeles page to view all of our location-specific proposal packages and a few of our favorite engagements we’ve helped plan and discreetly photograph!

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