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Creative Proposal Ideas for Popping the Question in Style

December 9, 2019 | riley

Image by Chuy Photo

The leaves are starting to change and snow is getting ready to lightly dust the ground where you live, which means that it’s about the be our most favorite season of all–proposal season! With diamond rings in pockets, people across the world are preparing to pop the question. Getting that moment just right can put a lot of pressure on a person, so we’re here to help with creative proposal ideas to surprise your future fiance.

Creative Proposal Ideas

1. Beach Picnic

If your significant other is a big beach lover, take them to the place they love most. Organize a picnic with pillows, blankets, and their favorite foods so you can enjoy a celebratory snack as soon as they say yes!

2. Scavenger Hunt

There’s nothing we love more than scavenger hunt proposals. Organize a hunt consisting of stops to the places that mean the most to you and your relationship–i.e., your first date spot, where you shared your first kiss, where you first said “I love you,” etc. The final stop can either be somewhere that is already special to the two of you, or it can be a brand new location that will become a new memorable spot.

3. Rent A Greenhouse

There’s something oh-so-romantic about being surrounded by lush greenery and tall glass windows and ceilings. If your partner is a big plant lover or loves being surrounded by nature, this is the perfect option.

4. Surprise Them With Their Family

Incorporating your future spouse’s family into the proposal is a surefire way to pull on their heartstrings. Whether it’s including them in the proposal itself or surprising them after the fact, they will absolutely love having the people that mean the most to them with them on one of the most special days of their life.

5. Nature Hike

Do you and your future fiance always go on grand adventures in the great outdoors? If so, it’s only fitting that you tie in your love for hiking and adventuring into your proposal. Plus, the hike is a great distraction from the nerves you’re most likely going to be feeling before you pop the question.

6. Propose During A Couple Shoot

If you can manage it, organize a couple shoot with a local photographer. If your partner is likely to find this suspicious, consider doing it around the holidays. You can use your holiday card as an excuse.

Image by The Tinsley Co.

7. Take A Helicopter Ride

Looking to get really creative? There’s nothing more unique than a helicopter or plane ride to the top of a mountain. Whether it’s in your hometown or an excursion while on vacation, it’s a chance to take your love to new heights–literally.

8. Boat Ride

Take your love onto the water for this one. If you’re looking for something luxurious, go on a private sailboat ride. If you’re looking for something a little more down to Earth, hit the lake in a canoe and ask the big question in the middle of the water!

Now that these creative proposal ideas have helped you get your plan in order, you’re going to need the ring to make it all happen. Be sure to check out our step-by-step engagement ring guide! And of course, don’t forget these 8 tips for nailing your engagement photos.

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The Floral Design in This Les Domaines de Patras Wedding Will Blow Your Mind

December 9, 2019 | Junebug Weddings

We’re singing floral design praises to the incredible masterpieces Fleurs de fée created for Florine and Florian’s romantic Les Domaines de Patras wedding! Inspired by the feeling and colors of fall, this couple’s dreamy event was filled with an interesting mix of dried plants, fresh flowers, and many different textures. We love how Lorenzo Accardi captured this day, documenting every little detail and emotion-filled moment. Wait until you see how stunning Florine looked in her theme-fitting floral appliquéd Rime Arodaky gown and so much more from this stunning day!

The Couple:

Florine & Florian

The Wedding:

Les Domaines de Patras, Provence, France

Wedding planning advice from the bride: Identify what is important for you and your husband (flowers, photographer, food, etc.) — it helps with your choices! Do everything with a lot of heart. People will feel it during the day, and it will be even more magical. Also, to-do lists are keys! As soon as I had an idea, I wrote it on my to-do list on my phone! Finally, do not choose your wedding dress too early because your wishes and tastes can change.

I saw pictures of Les Domaines de Patras, and I had immediately a crush. We visited this venue very quickly after and we completely fell in love. We were enchanted by all the magical places of the venue, by the nature around and by the fact that there are backup solutions in case of rain. Finally, we had a very good feeling with the owners — it’s very important! Kety (the owner of the place) and her assistant Marina played a key role in the organization of our wedding. They helped us in all our organization and overall, they coordinated all the D-day. It was a great help for us and we are very thankful!

I definitely recommend our wedding designer: Antoinette Martin from Fleurs de Fée! She perfectly understood the vibes that I wanted for our wedding. She was listening, attentive and patient. Her advices was precious and she was very professional. Overall, Antoinette & her team created a MAGICAL set up during the D-day. I am so grateful, they offer me the wedding of my dreams.

The ceremony was such an intense moment! When I arrived at the ceremony place, I saw Florian in the foreground and all of our friends and family standing! The music was so emotional: “Halo” by Beyonce. This moment will remain in our memories forever.

The most important in planning our wedding was the venue, all the wedding design (flowers and decoration), and the photographer. The photographer was so important because he provided us our memories for life. Lorenzo, our amazing photographer, perfectly fulfilled his mission!

Our wedding was at the end of the summer and the beginning of fall, which was the starting point of our reflexion with Antoinette from Fleurs de Fée. We were inspired by fall colors and by the nature at this time of the year. I have a passion for dried plants, so we thought to mix dried plants with fresh flowers — it was perfect for the fall mood of our wedding. I also wanted to have a very natural, wild, and delicate floral combined with mineral and organic material (linen, wicker, rattan, leather, and sleek ceramics).

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Lorenzo Accardi
Wedding Venue – Les Domaines de Patras
Design & Floral – Fleurs de fée
Catering – Marrou Traiteur
DJ – Monsieur Sept
Videography – Record You
Graphic Designer – Coralie Vignolles
Makeup Artist & Hair Styling – Emilie Green
Wedding Dress – Rime Arodaky
Bridal Accessories – Maison Sabben
Groom’s Apparel – Blandin & Delloye
Groomsmen’s Apparel – Anthony Garçon
Rings – Bermudes
Rentals – Jolibazaar
Favors – Foutas

 

Cheers and congrats to Florine and Florian! We’re feeling ultra grateful that Lorenzo Accardi shared their Les Domaines de Patras wedding day with us at Junebug! For more florals that will have your jaw dropping, get inspired by the floral explosion in this harvest themed wedding at Fonty’s Pool in western Australia or check out these 27 wedding floral installations that will blow your mind.

 

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Edwardian English Elopement Inspiration at Leonardslee Gardens

December 8, 2019 | Junebug Weddings

This styled shoot planned by the talented Laura Palacios Photography may just be the dreamiest thing we’ve seen all year! The scene was set among the rolling hills of England — tucked between quaint cobbled villages, the 19th century country home at Leonardslee Gardens is surrounded by wild deer, inky lakes, and turning autumnal leaves. The details and inspiration for the elopement came from Ramona’s love for Edwardian style, as the turn of the century brought delicate flocked cotton, lace, elaborate cakes, and lavish romance in the countryside. We are simply enchanted with the elegant arrangement Eden Blooms created for Ramona’s 19th century bridal look. Cue: Obsession over her vintage Laura Ashley gown and every detail in between. Get really to fall in love, babes!

The Talented Team:

Photography – Laura Palacios Photography
Floral Design – Eden Blooms
Venue – Leonardslee Gardens
Cake – Love From Lila
Stationery – Margo + Bees
Makeup Artist & Hair Styling – Olivia Mills
Manicure – Viktoria Kohl
Wedding Dress – Laura Ashley
Veil – Unveiled by Sophie
Crown – Emma Katzka
Rentals – Co-Ordination
Napkins – The Natural Dye Works
Sweetheart Table Styling – The Toast
Crockery – Harriet’s Table
Ribbons – Silk & Cypress
Couple – Ramona & Aaron

 

Many thanks to Laura Palacios Photography for sharing this enchanting Leonardslee Gardens elopement inspiration with Junebug! If you’re feeling inspired by the vintage, Edwardian vibes, we think you’ll love this rustic Portuguese wedding at My Vintage Wedding.

 

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