Do you love fun surprises? Many celebrations in people’s lives come with surprises, like birthdays, graduations, and wedding proposals. And when it comes to wedding proposals, the common surprise is when the partner (usually the man) goes down to one knee holding a ring and asks, “Will you marry me?”.
Fortunately, nowadays, it doesn’t matter who proposes. Whether you’re a straight couple or not, there’s no gender stereotype of who’s going to propose. It’s not just in real life, but also pop culture.
For instance, in the last part of Season 6, Episode 24 of the classic sitcom, Friends, Monica proposes to Chandler at their apartment. It’s a simple yet great surprise because, all this time, Chandler’s the one planning to propose and he thought he ruined it, but it turns out he was the one being proposed to.
Another iconic proposal is from Modern Family (Season 5, Episode 1) when same-sex marriage was legalised in the US. It’s when Mitch and Cam decided to surprise each other with a proposal. However, everything didn’t go as planned, so they found themselves under the stars, changing their car’s tyre. At one point, they accidentally kneel at the same time, facing each other, and they say yes. Isn’t it romantic?
Meanwhile, if you still don’t understand why some people love surprise wedding proposals, here are some of the reasons why.
1. The Unexpected
According to a forum where people shared their surprise wedding proposal experiences, most wedding proposals that are 100% surprised don’t go well. Usually, wedding proposals are “half-surprised”. It’s when they expected the proposal, but still surprise because they’re not sure of the exact time it’ll happen. So, it’s about being excited and happy at the same time.
Meanwhile, a 100% surprise wedding proposal usually doesn’t go well because it’s the wrong timing. It can be too early in the relationship, or when the couple never even discuss marriage as a part of their future.
2. Shower of Emotions
The genuine emotions of both parties is priceless. Whether it’s the emotion of the one being surprised or the one who planned the surprise, both reactions are all about happiness.
Of course, the happiness of a wedding engagement without a surprise proposal is also amazing. However, it’s about the shock, excitement, and happiness that people feel during the surprise.
3. Thoughtfulness and Effort
When was the last time you surprised someone or someone surprised you? Usually, the one proposing spends time and effort to come up with the best way to propose. So, even if the proposal doesn’t end up as you expected, keep in mind that all your partner wants is to make you happy on this special day.
4. Personal Preferences
Usually, surprise proposals are personalised. It can be where you had your first date, your favourite restaurant, or your dream destination. As for the ring, if you love Argyle pink diamonds, rubies, or the classic clear diamond, your partner will probably get it for you.
Meanwhile, if you’re the one proposing, you can start listing all the things you love together and as individuals, and craft an idea based on those details.
5. Story to Tell
Just like your love story, your wedding proposal can also be a great story to share with others. Whether it’s funny, romantic, or emotional, a wedding proposal story can be a great way to reminisce and feel the love you have for each other.
6. The Excitement of Planning
Although preparing for a surprise wedding proposal can be overwhelming, it’s also a fun and exciting experience, especially since it can be the start of a happy ever after. Once you’ve identified the things you want to do for the proposal, you can proceed to draft your speech. Of course, it doesn’t have to be too long, just a few sentences about why you think it’s the right time to plan your wedding and how much you love your partner is enough.
7. Capturing the Moment
One of the things you shouldn’t forget when proposing is the documentation. It doesn’t have to be professionally taken. Just setting up a few cameras or asking your friend or family member to take it for you is enough.
Sure, the photo and video documentation can be posted online. However, the main reason why you need to take them is because it’s something you want to look at often. Additionally, you can let your close friends and other family members who aren’t present during the proposal see how it went.
8. Strengthening the Bond
Whether you both love the idea of a surprise proposal or just one of you, a surprise wedding proposal can be a way to strengthen your bond. Of course, it doesn’t have to be in front of many people. If your partner doesn’t want to attract attention in front of the others, you can still surprise her while having dinner at home.
9. Unforgettable Experience
It’s not every day you can surprise your partner or be surprised by your partner with a wedding proposal. Since it can only happen once, a surprise proposal can be a unique experience for both of you.
Final Thoughts
We hope this article helps you understand why many people still love surprise wedding proposals up to this day. If you want to share your thoughts or experience about this, kindly comment below!
