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Engagement Proposal Tips: Our Top Tips

Engagement Proposal Tips: Our Top Tips

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So, before you do that, let me give you a few tips!
published on 01.07.2025
updated on 01.07.2025
time to read: 4 minutes

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Photo by Eugene Krasnaok - Secret proposal photographer in New York

How Can a Photographer Help With a Marriage Proposal?

You know, that moment when you decide… and then, right before you say those words? Wow, your heart just races, doesn’t it?! As a photographer, I’ve gotta tell you: I absolutely live for shooting proposals! It’s always such a, well, a whirlwind of emotions, honestly, words can barely capture it. And I just desperately want your memories of that day to be, like, truly unforgettable. And, naturally, for those magical moments to stick with you forever — in those very photos you’ll then look at again, and again, and then probably again! You get what I mean, right?
So, before you, kind of, get all geared up and drop to that super important knee of yours, let me just share a four of my personal bits of advice. Just, you know, these little things that, in my experience, genuinely help make the proposal day really special. And the photos… oh, they’re going to be priceless, believe me!

How to Propose Marriage

1. The Ring: How to Pick One That’ll Make Her Eyes Just Sparkle?
Ugh, choosing the ring — that’s probably the most nerve-wracking part, I think, anyway! My little, kind of, secret trick: try to go full-on stealth mode and "spy" on her style. Like, subtly snap a few pics of her favorite jewelry, or just pay attention to what kind of clothes she wears most often. Then, armed with those little "clues"—yeah, right to the jewelry store! Seriously, the people working there are total pros; they’ll help you find both the perfect design and, super crucially, the right size. I promise you, she will appreciate every single second of effort you put in! That’s just a fact!
2. The Place: So, Where’s the Best Spot to Ask That, Uh, Really Big Question?
The ideal place for a proposal? It’s, like, gotta be somewhere she’ll just light up with happiness when she sees you! So, think about it: do you two have "your" special spot? Maybe it’s that exact little corner where you first held hands? Or, hey, maybe it’s just some genuinely breathtaking little spot in New York City, where the scenery literally takes your breath away? The most important thing is that that place holds some really special personal meaning for both of you! Or, even better, it’ll make the most amazing backdrop for your "Yes!" I just know she’s going to be totally and completely awe-struck!
3. Don’t Rush It! Don’t spit "MARRY ME" right away!
This moment… it’s so, you know, deeply personal. Like, truly sacred. And there’s really no need to memorize some long, drawn-out speech, or, like, try to pretend to be someone else. Just be yourself — that’s the absolute biggest thing! Speak straight from your heart. Let your most sincere feelings and, um, true energy just pour right out. Say something she’ll remember for her whole life. And please, please, don’t rush. Give yourselves all the time you, well, really need. The words, they’ll just come, you’ll see!
4. Check out these awesome photos! Oh, Man, They Are Going to Be Pure Treasure!
And the absolute best part about this whole thing, in my opinion? It’s, no doubt, getting the chance to catch absolutely every single emotion, every glance, that little, you know, happy tear, and… that massive, joyful smile! Honestly, I’m already so happy for you, it gives me goosebumps just picturing how this is all going to unfold! Just imagine sharing these shots with your family and friends later — they are going to be beyond ecstatic, I swear! These aren’t just, like, random pictures, you get me? This is your story, frozen in time forever. Something you’ll look back on again, and again, and again, reliving those truly unforgettable moments every single time.
Karim's proposal - Photos by Eugene Krasnaok - Secret proposal photographer in New York
Karim's proposal - Photos by Eugene Krasnaok - Secret proposal photographer in New York (2)
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