Proposal Ideas

Many people, men and women alike, are looking for new and unusual ways to propose marriage to their loved ones. In fact, proposals have almost become as important as diamonds in the engagement process, and some have created outlandish ways of doing it.

There may be one predominant reason for the new rash of unusual marriage proposal ideas: like beautiful diamonds, the proposal is a way to tell your intended that you consider him or her the most special person in your life. Even in a tight world economy it is possible to create a memorable engagement experience that you will talk about fondly forever. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Unusual Places
First of all, remember that the traditional bended knee proposal can be performed anywhere. This means that the unique feature of your proposal may be in the choice of place. Anyone who frequents news pages on the internet has likely read stories of unique marriage proposals on mountain tops, world landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, and even skydive jumps.

The key here is the element of surprise. A proposal on a mountain hike is not expected, which is how a proposal should be. A proposal on a cruise ship is more likely, so if you are trying to create a bombshell, this may not work. Shopping is also a giveaway; if you’re out shopping and linger around jewelry stores looking at diamonds, it is just too much of a tip-off.
What You Say is Important--So Is How You Say It
If you want to leave an impression that will last forever, leave the standard “I love you” speech and poetry at home. There are many other ways to pop the question. Think about these general ideas when you are considering how to communicate:

• --Does she like games? Try Charades.


• --Does he like football? Take him to a game and see if you can get the sports arena to display the question during halftime.


• --Does she like comedy clubs? See if you can get the comedian to ask the question during a performance.

These are just a few ideas, but they all center around what your partner likes to do. This is important for a memorable proposal, and is a recognition of his or her desires in life as well as your wish to be part of those.
The Ring
Although many couples pick out engagement rings together these days, some still prefer to choose for their partners. You can make an original proposal just by having an original ring or specially-cut diamonds. Progress in jewelry-making techniques has made handling gold and other metals much easier, and the diamonds these days are of many unusual shapes. Consider having a ring made that fits your intended’s style to the letter. For instance, if your partner is a geology buff, you might consider turquoise or lapis lazuli or local colored stones as an addition to the diamonds.

There are many ways to say “I want you to spend your life with me,” and if you carefully consider your partner’s tastes you will find the right way to say it. In any event, you are about to embark on the greatest journey you have ever been on; bon voyage!

Chelsi thinks men should be more imaginative when it comes to proposals!