How to 'pop the question'
When, where and how to get engaged.
Congratulations! You've found the love of your life and now it's time to take the next big step - popping the question. Planning a proposal can be equal parts exhilarating and nerve-wracking, as you want the moment to be nothing short of magical. That's where a trusted wedding planner like me, owner of Amae Weddings & Events, can help you orchestrate a proposal that will leave your partner speechless and create memories to last a lifetime. In this blog, I will guide you through when, where, and how to pop the question, sharing the benefits of hiring a wedding planner to organize it all.
Timing is Everything:
When it comes to proposing, timing is key. Consider your partner's preferences and personalities. Is there a special day or occasion that holds significance for both of you? Perhaps it's a milestone anniversary, a favorite holiday, or even a time when you know they'll feel most relaxed and happy. Discussing your intentions with a wedding planner can help you pinpoint the perfect time to pop the question, ensuring that it aligns seamlessly with your partner's expectations and desires.
Creating the Perfect Ambiance:
Now that you've picked the ideal timing, let's move on to the question of where to propose. Is there a specific location that holds significance for both of you? It could be the place where you first met, a favorite vacation spot, or a spot in nature where you both feel at peace. Your wedding planner can help you brainstorm creative and unique ideas based on your relationship and preferences, transforming any location into a romantic setting. Whether it's an intimate candlelit dinner, a scenic outdoor setting, or a grand gesture at a luxury venue, a professional wedding planner can work their magic and bring your vision to life.
Adding Personal Touches:
To make your proposal truly memorable and meaningful, think about incorporating personal touches that reflect your shared journey as a couple. This could include heartfelt letters, incorporating sentimental items, or planning activities that align with your partner's interests. A wedding planner can help you brainstorm ideas and create a customized proposal plan that showcases your love story in a unique and personal way. By entrusting the details to a wedding planner, you can rest assured that every element of your proposal will be executed flawlessly, leaving you free to focus on the main event - the question itself.
Why Hire a Wedding Planner:
Planning a proposal involves a considerable amount of creativity, logistics, and attention to detail. That's where a wedding planner becomes your invaluable ally. From researching locations and securing permits to arranging transportation and coordinating suppliers, a wedding planner takes care of all the behind-the-scenes work, allowing you to relax and savour the moment. With my expertise, connections, and eye for design, I can transform your vision into reality, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable experience. Relying on a wedding planner allows you to fully focus on your partner and the emotions of the moment, knowing that every detail has been taken care of and within your budget, whatever that may be.
Popping the question is a once-in-a-lifetime moment, and with the help of a wedding planner like me, it can become an extraordinary experience that you and your partner will cherish forever. By entrusting the planning to a professional, you can relax and enjoy this beautiful milestone, secure in the knowledge that every detail has been thoughtfully taken care of. Whether you want an intimate and private proposal or a grand romantic gesture, a wedding planner can make it happen. So, take a deep breath, trust your instincts, and let Amae Weddings & Events help you create a proposal that will leave your partner saying "yes".
Photo credit to By Emma Olivia
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Goodbye 2019, it's been emotional
What are the 2020 wedding trends?
Wow! What a year 2019 has been… the biggest (and proudest) change saw me leave my career in Wedding Venue Management and embark on my own setting up Amae Weddings & Events (pronounced am-may). What a fun rollercoaster I am on and I cannot even tell you how excited I am, I can’t wait to work with couples under my own business name, there’s going to be a lot more flexibility with what we can achieve working with a variety of venues and suppliers. The biggest thing I want to bring to couples weddings is a sense of fun, I want to make each day unforgettable but it will always be done with huge smiles on our faces
2019 has without doubt been my favourite year to date, I feel so lucky to have done the things I’ve done this year…
It started with me meeting my great Nephew, what a cutie he is! I hate seeing him grow up through pictures and facetime but as he is in Wales, it’s difficult to get home often. Maybe I’ll get a chance to organise a Welsh Wedding or event and then I can pop home!
I love a concert and have seen my fair share but my favourites this year have been Boyz ll Men and Backstreet Boys (don’t knock it until you’ve tried it!)
Richard and I took a trip to Lake Garda for his birthday, if you have not been, I suggest you pop it on your list, it’s breathtaking there and unlike any holiday I’ve been on before
I organised Richards parents 50th Wedding Anniversary party, it made a nice change from organising weddings in that I was able to see the happiness and love for one another 50 years down the line (so cute!)
Then came the big 40 (shhhh), I was so so so lucky to get to travel to Mauritius at the start of November, then at the end, a surprise trip to NYC - literally the luckiest girl alive! My birthday was definitely one to remember and I have taken a tonne of memories away from 2019 - best year EVER!
So, what else happened in 2019 and which celebs tied the knot?
2019 expected to see wedding couples choosing a more boho chic style, there was a huge uptake of people wishing to be more eco-friendly and conscientious with the choices made for their big days - a great step forward in my opinion!
2019 saw a huge number of weddings, to name but a few - Jennifer Lawrence & Cooke Maroney, Zoë Kravitz and Karl Glusman, Hailey Baldwin and Justin Bieber, Ellie Goulding and Caspar Jopling, Sabrina Dhowre Elba and Idris Elba, Marc Jacobs and Charly Defrancesco,
Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner and singer/actor Joe Jonas married in May at a surprise Vegas wedding at the infamous The Little White Chapel, only a select few were invited including his brothers and their wives. So to ensure everyone could celebrate, they didn’t stop there and they held another party at a lavish chateau in the South of France at the end of June and opted for chic white flower décor with glass encased candles (I LOVE candles!) to create a gorgeous backdrop to their nuptials.
June saw the Californian wedding of Avengers star Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger (yes, Arnie’s daughter), they married on a 500 acre ranch surrounded by tonnes of greenery, it was an intimate affair with all the food sourced locally for the Wedding Breakfast. Katherine wore a stunning traditional lace Armani dress with a beautiful long train, however Katherine changed into yet another elegant ivory dress for the evening - and why not! Lots of brides change in the evening to something less restrictive when busting out some dance moves!
My personal favourite however, in August, Dwayne Johnson (The Rock) married his sweetheart Lauren Hashian in an intimate ceremony in Hawaii, both wore white for this stunning celebration of their marriage. Their goal was for complete privacy and everything they had on the day was created by hand by the wedding staff or family only - what a perfect and relaxed day it looked too!
Sneaking in right at the end of the year, Hilary Duff married Matthew Koma in yet another low key wedding in their backyard in LA. Wearing the unmistakable Jenny Packham, Hilary looked absolutely stunning in her ivory, custom made dress. Hilary stated she felt ‘Really comfortable’ and that it was ‘everything I’ve dreamed of’ - that’s what it’s all about right?
With 2020 literally just around the corner, what can we expect to see with forecasted wedding trends? Believe it or not, the more traditional wedding trends are quickly being thrown out of the window, things like receiving lines, bouquet throws and even cutting of the cake are reported as ‘so last year’. So what is it being replaced with? This is the beauty of it, couples can do what they like and put their own touch on traditions (if they want to of course), let me give you an example; I was Wedding Planner for a couple who didn’t want to stick to traditions of cake cutting (they didn’t even have a cake!) and so one of my suggestions was that they plant a seed in a pot after the ceremony and the plan was to plant it in their back garden and watch it grow over the years in their family home. Not only is this highly eco-friendly, it steps away from the alternatives of balloon / lantern / dove releases etc which are not great for the environment or animal welfare in my opinion.
Other 2020 trends are seeing things like statement veils, sustainable weddings from things like vintage rings, flowers, dresses, the list goes on. It’s great to have so many contacts in the wedding industry and I would love to organise an eco-friendly/vegan wedding.
On the subject of Veils, I spoke to the wonderful Heather from Sash and Veil, a local artisan veil maker, she has a store in London and also one here in lovely Colchester - her items are just out of this world so make sure you check her out! She said:
“The trend for individuality in bridal wear continues to gain momentum into the new decade and is carried though into the bride’s choice of accessories, including the veil. I have noticed an increase in demand for bespoke veils across this year and this will continue with brides more keen to bring their individuality into their look. Embroidered initials, special dates and meaningful quotations have all found their way onto wedding veils I will be making for 2020. In terms of silhouette, the soft draping boho veil will share the aisle with more structured 1980s-inspired designs and our appetite for sustainability and conscious choices will mean brides will increasingly look at upcycling heirloom veils, reworking an existing veil to make it their own.”
So what now? Well with the website launched I have received a few enquiries for 2020 weddings, couples are considering the 2020 Panatone colour - classic blue 19-4052. Often confused for representing the cold, classic blue offers a timeless and calm vibe. It fits in well with so many other colours and shades that it’s adaptability is proving to be extremely popular heading into the New Year. What colours are you choosing in 2020?
Finally, whatever you are up to tonight, have an absolutely amazing night, stay safe and have fun! See you in 2020.
Goodbye 2019, it’s been emotional!
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