NYC Marriage Proposal!!
Jun 14th, 2006, 11:55 AM
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I helped a celebrity plan something like this a few years ago at the Hotel Plaza Athenee in NY.
He booked a suite; sent some beautiful roses. Rose petals were strewn all over the bed. Chamagne was in a bucket next to the bed; also strawberries. It was very lovely & romantic.
He booked a suite; sent some beautiful roses. Rose petals were strewn all over the bed. Chamagne was in a bucket next to the bed; also strawberries. It was very lovely & romantic.
Jun 14th, 2006, 12:08 PM
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All your efforts are really sweet, but this really is only an event that YOU can plan. You have to think about what's special to her, what's special to you, and whether you want it to be a surprise.
Personally, I think you're on the right track avoiding the stadium proposal or Today Show proposal. There are so many stadium big screen proposals now - multiples ones per game - and it only works if SHE's the fan of the team. The Today Show is risky, and very public.
The limo would be a tip-off to me, even if you did claim to be taking me out for my birthday. So if you want a surprise, anything out of the ordinary would probably start to raise her suspicions.
Does she like fancy restaurants (hey, not all of us do!) or does she like museums or parks or doing silly things? It really depends on HER and your relationship with her. For some girls, the whole production of a dinner and limo might make them uncomfortable - I'd be just as happy to be walking through Central Park and have my husband get one one knee.
So, think about what SHE likes. Think about how comfortable she is with public attention (some restaurant proposals can be pretty "public" too). And if you want to go all out, you can always schedule that limo and nice dinner afterward, too!
Definitely splurge on a nice hotel (anywhere other than her summer apartment) for the evening.
Personally, I think you're on the right track avoiding the stadium proposal or Today Show proposal. There are so many stadium big screen proposals now - multiples ones per game - and it only works if SHE's the fan of the team. The Today Show is risky, and very public.
The limo would be a tip-off to me, even if you did claim to be taking me out for my birthday. So if you want a surprise, anything out of the ordinary would probably start to raise her suspicions.
Does she like fancy restaurants (hey, not all of us do!) or does she like museums or parks or doing silly things? It really depends on HER and your relationship with her. For some girls, the whole production of a dinner and limo might make them uncomfortable - I'd be just as happy to be walking through Central Park and have my husband get one one knee.
So, think about what SHE likes. Think about how comfortable she is with public attention (some restaurant proposals can be pretty "public" too). And if you want to go all out, you can always schedule that limo and nice dinner afterward, too!
Definitely splurge on a nice hotel (anywhere other than her summer apartment) for the evening.
Jun 14th, 2006, 01:37 PM
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Ok - am I the only one who feels that proposals have gotten out of hand (the way weddings have....)?? I am so chagrined at the various TV shows about elaborate proposals and weddings - making some people feel they have to be better than the last. It's kind of sad, really.
Whatever happened to simple and heartfelt? My husband proposed to me during a meal he had cooked for me at his apartment. It was just the two of us and was very special. We went out the next night to celebrate with friends, but that night was just for us.
Whatever happened to simple and heartfelt? My husband proposed to me during a meal he had cooked for me at his apartment. It was just the two of us and was very special. We went out the next night to celebrate with friends, but that night was just for us.
Jun 14th, 2006, 02:21 PM
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lizzie, you're right. None of these ideas are too over the top. I guess I'm thinking about these TV shows I recently saw (especially the weddings where no one was batting an eye spending $60k + for just that one day!).
Jun 14th, 2006, 03:35 PM
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You are right..it is July. I misread and thought it was June 6th.
I agree that she will be tipped off if he makes it too unique, but I think all the ideas are fun.
My son in law put my daughter's ring in a grab bag game at Christmas (the game where all the gifts are used white elephants, and everyone draws numbers to see who chooses first, and there is swapping and trading involved.) Of course it was set up that she drew the last number so would pick last, and everyone knew not to choose the round cookie tin. She was very surprised, especially since she saw that there was a ring box left under their tree at home which she was SURE was the big proposal....and she was sure her boyfriend couldn't pull anything over on her. Then when she opened it, he got down on his knee and gave a beautiful little speech as about 35 people looked on.
I agree that she will be tipped off if he makes it too unique, but I think all the ideas are fun.
My son in law put my daughter's ring in a grab bag game at Christmas (the game where all the gifts are used white elephants, and everyone draws numbers to see who chooses first, and there is swapping and trading involved.) Of course it was set up that she drew the last number so would pick last, and everyone knew not to choose the round cookie tin. She was very surprised, especially since she saw that there was a ring box left under their tree at home which she was SURE was the big proposal....and she was sure her boyfriend couldn't pull anything over on her. Then when she opened it, he got down on his knee and gave a beautiful little speech as about 35 people looked on.
Jun 18th, 2006, 01:26 PM
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Hey guys,
Thank you for all the responses! I was out of town hiking Mt. LeConte in the Smokies the last few days. It's a yearly tradition with my dad and a few other people. Anyway...
Once she sees me in the limo, it will probably be a tipoff that something is up. Then again, she really may think we are just going out for a nice birthday dinner. I guess what I'm really going for is the shock factor since she thinks I won't be in town that early.
As for the hotel idea, it sounds great but it's not feasible. She's actually in NYC for the summer serving on staff with a mission group and it wouldn't be wise for her to blow off the kids she is basically mentoring and stay with me.
She's is for sure a girl who loves getting dressed up and doing the romantic thing. I am for sure planning on doing Top of the Rock and then The River Cafe but after that, I'm just going to wing it. We'll have the rest of the weekend to stroll through Central Park and all that but I figured the night I pop the question should be fancy.
I will for sure let you all know how it goes when I get back in town July 10. As always, any and all advice is appreciated!!
Thank you for all the responses! I was out of town hiking Mt. LeConte in the Smokies the last few days. It's a yearly tradition with my dad and a few other people. Anyway...
Once she sees me in the limo, it will probably be a tipoff that something is up. Then again, she really may think we are just going out for a nice birthday dinner. I guess what I'm really going for is the shock factor since she thinks I won't be in town that early.
As for the hotel idea, it sounds great but it's not feasible. She's actually in NYC for the summer serving on staff with a mission group and it wouldn't be wise for her to blow off the kids she is basically mentoring and stay with me.
She's is for sure a girl who loves getting dressed up and doing the romantic thing. I am for sure planning on doing Top of the Rock and then The River Cafe but after that, I'm just going to wing it. We'll have the rest of the weekend to stroll through Central Park and all that but I figured the night I pop the question should be fancy.
I will for sure let you all know how it goes when I get back in town July 10. As always, any and all advice is appreciated!!
Jun 18th, 2006, 04:07 PM
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Can I make a suggestion?
Since you are going to the River Cafe, you can either propose while in the restaurant, or you can propose while walking on the Brooklyn Bridge back to Manhattan. Walking over the bridge will give you amazing views.
Another option in that area is the Promenade, also steps from the restaurant. Cobblestone walkways, benches galore and a view to die for.
Or you can take the ferry back and propose on the ferry!!
You have a lot of different options near the River Cafe. I know she will love it, it's one place I've always wanted to go!!
Since you are going to the River Cafe, you can either propose while in the restaurant, or you can propose while walking on the Brooklyn Bridge back to Manhattan. Walking over the bridge will give you amazing views.
Another option in that area is the Promenade, also steps from the restaurant. Cobblestone walkways, benches galore and a view to die for.
Or you can take the ferry back and propose on the ferry!!
You have a lot of different options near the River Cafe. I know she will love it, it's one place I've always wanted to go!!
Jun 18th, 2006, 04:17 PM
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Next to the River Cafe is a little garden area with a couple of benches, it's removed from the groups of people that roam the promenade, just in case you want some privacy. After you pop the question, you can walk to the promenade and enjoy the view - or vica versa.
Best wishes!
Best wishes!
Jun 19th, 2006, 09:07 PM
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Ok I'm probably too late for this but here goes, I took my first trip to NYC this pass DEC and I had the time of my life! Of course I got spoiled...I saw my favorite show WICKED...SAw the NUTCRACKER....but the Tavern on the Green was fabulous with a carraige ride after!! So romantic....I think that would be the ideal proposal site!
That is my 2cents!! Congrats!!! I'm sure she will be thrilled with w/e you plan.
That is my 2cents!! Congrats!!! I'm sure she will be thrilled with w/e you plan.
Jul 5th, 2006, 05:52 AM
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So tomorrow night is the big night. I'm so excited, this week has just been dragging by! I'm almost positive she doesn't expect a thing and still thinks I am coming on Friday.
Her friends have told her they are taking her out for her birthday tomorrow night at 8. They even picked out what to wear for her. At 8, I'll be pulling up in a limo from Carmel. I probably be standing outside of it with roses when she comes outside. We'll be going from her apartment to Top of the Rock to watch the sunset. The weather looks like it'll be perfect! From there, we'll hop back in the limo and go to The River Cafe in Brooklyn where I have 9:30 reservations. The staff know it is a "very special" occasion and are trying their best to get us a window table. (On a side note, any ideas how long it'll take to get from Rockefeller Center to the other side of the Brooklyn Bridge at around 9pm?). Finally, we'll cap off the evening with drinks somewhere (probably at 230 Fifth, but other suggestions are welcome! Any romantic places to dance around?). I'm not going to plan out exactly where I'm popping the question but I'm sure it'll either be at Top of the Rock, outside the River Cafe, or during dinner. We'll see how the evening goes.
Thanks again for all your help!!
Her friends have told her they are taking her out for her birthday tomorrow night at 8. They even picked out what to wear for her. At 8, I'll be pulling up in a limo from Carmel. I probably be standing outside of it with roses when she comes outside. We'll be going from her apartment to Top of the Rock to watch the sunset. The weather looks like it'll be perfect! From there, we'll hop back in the limo and go to The River Cafe in Brooklyn where I have 9:30 reservations. The staff know it is a "very special" occasion and are trying their best to get us a window table. (On a side note, any ideas how long it'll take to get from Rockefeller Center to the other side of the Brooklyn Bridge at around 9pm?). Finally, we'll cap off the evening with drinks somewhere (probably at 230 Fifth, but other suggestions are welcome! Any romantic places to dance around?). I'm not going to plan out exactly where I'm popping the question but I'm sure it'll either be at Top of the Rock, outside the River Cafe, or during dinner. We'll see how the evening goes.
Thanks again for all your help!!
Jul 5th, 2006, 07:24 AM
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Ask when you are moved to...you'll know when it's the right moment, although I agree Top of the Rock would be pretty memorable if it's not crowded.
How exciting! Yes, please tell us all about it afterward.
How exciting! Yes, please tell us all about it afterward.
Jul 5th, 2006, 07:59 AM
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Just wanted to jump in here and say that I love your plan. Being a girl, I think it would be more fun, if the proposal came when you're on top of the rock or earlier in the evening, she's going to know something is up anyway, you might be a little nervous, and then you guys can spend the rest of the evening talking about the wedding and planning your future...
Good Luck!
Good Luck!
