Marriage Proposals

“Will you marry me?” Three simple words, yet they often mark a moment in life you’ll never forget. And proposals can take countless forms: you can follow time-honored tradition or go for something unexpected and theatrical… Think of the recent MasterChef winner asking his partner on live TV, or Fedez’s grand public proposal to Chiara Ferragni. After all, every proposal reveals the proposer’s personality—shy, flamboyant… the possibilities are endless.

Want your proposal to be remembered as a truly spectacular event, one people will still talk about years from now? Enlist the help of family and friends—or think even bigger by involving actors, singers and other professionals. Stage a flash mob with a dance troupe, or organize a treasure hunt with local shops. If you love a show but need a fail-safe plan, stick to a classic: dinner… with a surprise twist. Hide the ring in the champagne flute, present it alongside dessert, or simply wrap it in a napkin. The restaurant staff will be delighted to help, and you’re bound to pull it off brilliantly.

“Home sweet home,” as the saying goes—so why not pop the question in the comfort of your own place? If you already live together, you can plan every detail down to the last candle, transforming an everyday corner into a festive, private setting.

Have a dog or cat? They’re family too. Give them a starring role by tying the ring box to their collar with a ribbon and sending them to your partner. It’s guaranteed to get hearts racing.

Record a video—pro or DIY—confessing your feelings, or leave a trail of Post-it notes like clues on a treasure map… the ideas are endless. You could even propose with a song. Music’s power is unmatched: use it to your advantage and become an irresistible charmer. In the park where you first met, or in bed with your favorite track playing softly as breakfast arrives on a tray, morning light pouring through the window—nothing beats asking “Will you marry me?” to the soundtrack of your favorite tune.

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By your side, have the people you trust most—parents, close friends—perhaps during a lunch arranged just for the occasion or in the midst of a casual get-together. Let everyone share in the surprise; you’ll feel the excitement almost tangibly.