A proposal is one of the most memorable moments in anyone’s life. You’ll always remember it, no matter how hectic life can get. So, why not immortalise it with videos, or even use videos as part of the proposal itself! Of course, there are so many ideas out there that might seem like the right choice. It’s like a bride choosing her dress, it has to be classy but unique, just like her. Proposing to your partner also needs to reflect the both of you too. So here are 5 creative proposal ideas, with videos, so you can capture it for a lifetime!
1. Life Stories
One of the best ways to show your partner how much you love them is by creating a life story video and showing it to them. The nostalgia of old video clips, juxtaposed by newer ones will have them weeping with tears of joy that when you do pop the question, they’ll never know what hit them. There are so many reasons why a life story video works. Not only does it show that you cared enough to go digging for them, but the fact that you pieced the video together shows just how much you value them.
Life story videos are touching in more ways than one, especially if your partner values their own personal memories. On the flip side, you could show them your life story, and how much they had changed your life. The phrase “you gave me life” is a sentiment that every couple understands, and this can even be emphasised in your video, using colour! Why not use black and white for those clips of you before you met your partner. And of course, the clips where you’re with your partner can be in colour, symbolising the “life” they gave you.
2. Surprise Photoshoot
A photoshoot is a special occasion for anyone, especially if done professionally. So, why not plan one? If your partner is someone who isn’t shy in front of a camera, book a professional photoshoot and use that shoot to plan a surprise proposal! Of course, you’d need to enlist the help of your photographer. So, when your partner does the shoot, they’d be none the wiser. You could lead the photoshoot to a memorable spot, snap a couple of shots, and surprise them halfway through it.
Surprise photoshoots have been all the rage lately, and there’s a reason why. It’s not only a once in a lifetime event (for those of us who aren’t models!), but it’ll help make it a lasting memory. Those photos your photographer will take, will capture everything, from the build-up, the moment of truth and the final result. And if you already have a photographer friend, it can be inexpensive too!
3. Make An Action Movie
Let’s be honest, everyone loves to watch a movie, especially action movies. So, if you have the budget, why not make a fake action movie? There are lots of different services out there that can help you create something realistic, or comedic (if you’re going for that style), to really impress your partner. It’ll not only draw out tears of joy but laughter as well. It’ll be a pleasant surprise for them, and you can even create a bigger one, in person, once they’ve watched the movie.
Movies are the epitome of action, glamour, pomp and circus, and all things entertaining. So, by creating a short movie for your partner to enjoy, you’ll not only give them a great reminder of your sense of humour but surprise them in a way that is unique to the both of you. After all, not everyone will have the time, nor the energy to create something as elaborate as a short action movie.
4. Scavenger Hunt
If you and your partner are very interactive people, and you enjoy doing things like mazes, scavenger hunts, and obstacle courses, then make a scavenger hunt for your partner, as part of your proposal. Not only that, but you can even incorporate video messages into the hunt too! Throughout every trial, you could use short videos to help your partner along the way, and eventually lead them to the moment of truth.
Scavenger hunts are fun and interactive proposal ideas that many couples employ, because of the unique and intimate puzzle that only your partner would be able to understand. Not only that, but you could also use videos to encourage or reward your partner when they complete a task or obstacle. It’s also an inexpensive idea, for those who can’t afford something as elaborate as a short action movie!
5. In The Wild
One of the most subtle ways you can incorporate videos into your proposal is by discretely filming your proposal, before the day, and showing your partner all the ways, you dropped clues to the big moment, throughout the months or year you’ve been planning it. Sometimes, a proposal is a spur of the moment kind of event, but for others, it takes months, even years to plan. So, to show just how much thought and care went into the final, true proposal, film yourself proposing to your partner, for the length of time it took to prepare the final event.
This has been done many times before, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t effective. After all, many of these countdown videos have ended in a “yes!”. So, why don’t you show just how much love you have for your partner, by filming yourself, throughout your day-to-day life, asking them, in your own way, to marry them. It’ll be a pleasant shock when they finally catch on!
It’s Your Choice
No matter what you do, a proposal is a reflection of the love you have for each other, so choose what style works best for you. Sometimes, you don’t need elaborate setups, or complicated planning. Sometimes, it’s an unspoken agreement that eventually manifests, but for those who really want to make it a special occasion, there are many ways you can propose. What matters is the fact that you want to spend the rest of your life with your partner, and the fact that your partner wants the same. So, enjoy this beautiful moment. It will last you a lifetime.
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