A crash course on planning a unique proposal

A crash course on planning a unique proposal

Planning an engagement can be stressful, there are so many things to consider! Location, décor, how to get them there, who you want to invite and so much more. It is one of the hardest events to be behind it all and mentally present for the moment. This is where Enchanting Engagements comes in. Our expert event planners are here to help! We’ve created a breakdown for those of you who have no idea where to start!

Let’s start with Venue! The easiest way to help decide is to reflect on the type of fun your partner likes to have.

– Fun, free-living, spontaneous, loves nature and the little things, Try the beach Proposal!

– Loves nights on the town, dressing up, and closing out the night, Try an enclosed rooftop proposal!

– Shy, introverted, likes small and sweet gestures, Try an outdoor rooftop proposal during the sunset!

– Classy, sleek, less is more kind of person, Try a proposal in the park!

Once you narrow down the venue, our experts can help pick the theme, flowers, decor, sweets, music, and of course personal touches, your proposal must be unique and tailored to your love story.

If you find yourself having trouble choosing the color of flowers an easy reminder: 

White Roses are timeless, soft, and will look elegant for years to come.

Red Roses are incredibly romantic and will be sure to catch your partner’s attention.

For your final touches, you will need a handful of favorite songs (four or five) and some of your best memories/pictures with you and your soon-to-be spouse!
That’s it! Planning an engagement with Enchanting Engagements takes all the stress out of the event. you can be fully present with your partner and in the moment, not worrying about any of the little things. Not only do we help you from start to finish, but we are also here to make sure family and friends are in the right space too. Have questions? We’d be happy to help in the live chat!

6 Reasons to get engaged in NYC

6 Reasons to get engaged in NYC

Getting engaged is an important event in people’s lives. It’s something you want to make memorable for all the right reasons. One way to be sure to impress is by having a destination engagement in the world’s most iconic city. None other than New York. to help you choose we’ve summed up a list of Six reasons why New York City is our go-to every time.

For starters the parks. Not only does NYC contain over 1700 parks it is also home to the famous Central Park. IT is well known as one of the most used spots in TV and film, with nearly 60 miles of walking paths. With a picture-perfect experience from nearly every angle, it makes it the perfect spot to get engaged.

New York truly has too many landmarks to list in a single article, but we can give you our favorites. One of our favorites for proposals includes Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island also makes for a wonderful spot, not to mention the ride out there. Other wonders include The Metropolitan Museum of Art with stunning stone stairs leading to the building.  

One of our favorite engagement locations is the hideaway NYC rooftops. Providing you with privacy up in the sky amongst the lights, stars, and ambiance of the great city. Not only are the pictures breathtaking, but they will also remain timeless over the years you reflect.

Not only is NYC known for its fashion week, year-round citizens and visitors come prepared with looks to wow in the famous city. With an anything-goes policy, fashion is ever-changing and developed its own culture amongst the streets of NYC. Many designers have boutique shops only in NYC.

The city that never lacks in entertainment and staging a proposal in NYC leaves the opportunity to make a getaway of the whole experience. Come for a weekend or a week, visit local shows, visit the different Burroughs and get to know the city. Even if you’ve been once before there is always something new in NYC.

If we haven’t caught your attention so far with locations, flashy shows, or fashion we will certainly catch it with FOOD. Not only can you get a hot dog just about anywhere, but small cafes and restaurants with cuisine from all over the world can also be found just feet from each other.

Add all of this together and you get the forever waking city with unforgettable nights, culture, and history sure to make any engagement a show-stopping event. Enchanting engagements have helped hundreds of individuals make the big question a truly mesmerizing experience.

8 Reasons why you should propose in a public space in New York City

8 Reasons why you should propose in a public space in New York City

There are so many options that it can be overwhelming when choosing a space to propose. No worries, we’ve summed up the eight best reasons to pick a public place for your big day. Enchanting Engagements is always here to help with your special events.

·         Easy to get your fiancé to the location. Trying to keep the secret proposal under wraps can be difficult, picking a public location makes it easier to get there without looking suspicious.

·         Lots of space for family and friends. Private indoor spaces can limit the number of guests. You also don’t have an unlimited amount of space to create a finite number of viewers and would only have fewer spaces to hide before the surprise.

·         Public locations are often pet friendly! Places such as parks and pavilions are pet-friendly allowing your furry friends to be a part of your big day.

·         Various venue choices. From parks to walkways, bridges, and pavilions, there is a lengthy list of spaces to choose from depending on your needs and vision for the day.

·         Outdoor venues are often a huge cost saver allowing for a focus on décor and bigger things like photography, music, and videography.

·         Public venues are often more readily available allowing for both last-minute bookings and more often than not your time of choice.

·         You can often revisit the venue for special occasions. Rather than a once-in-a-lifetime spot, you can visit at any time such as when you’re feeling nostalgic. You can even bring your kids or other family members to this venue or bring those people who may have missed the original event.

·         The amazing views! Some of our favorite outdoor venues include the Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, and numerous pavilions located around New York City.

How do you unlock these secret locations? Your event planner of course. New York natives, Enchanting Engagements, and their proposal planners know the best spots to catch that perfect sunset to the romantic beachfront. From two weeks to two days’ notice, our seasoned experts have a place in mind for you.

How to propose to your partner?

How to propose to your partner?

 

Are you getting ready to propose? Congratulations! It’s an exciting time, but it can also be nerve-wracking. If you’re not sure how to prepare for your engagement, don’t worry, we’re here to help. In this post, we’ll outline some of the most important things you need to do before popping the question. So read on and get ready to take the next step in your relationship!

 

Two words: camera ready! You’ve gone through all this work to set up the perfect day; you want to make sure that your partner is ready for the camera, whatever that means for them. In some cases, it could mean planning a proposal after a hair and nail appointment, or after a shopping trip when you know they’ve picked out a new rocking outfit they feel great in. Achieving all of these things doesn’t have to be a hard task, asking friends or family is a great way to help fly under the radar and keep your secret while avoiding suspicion.

 

Bringing us to our next step: your audience! Are you interested in having family and friends present at your engagement to celebrate with you? They can be hidden at the beginning and can be there to pop the champagne or you can spring for an intimate partner-only engagement! The choice is up to you but helping provide everyone with direction beforehand can assist in avoiding mix ups or lost members of your party before the event.

 

Here at Enchanting Engagements, we are here to help from day one to the big day. We are expert event planners at the ready and are excited to help you with your day from organizing family and friends to setting up the engagement itself while also saving you time and adding that perfect fairytale touch!

 

 

 

 

 

Marriage Proposal Trends

Marriage Proposal Trends

When is the best time to propose to your partner?

When it comes to planning the perfect engagement, the task can seem daunting. What kind of flowers should you pick? Where should I do it? The biggest question of all is how to plan the most special engagement for her without giving it away. Don’t worry, Enchanting
Engagements is here to help. When choosing a venue for your proposal that is memorable and scenic you can’t go wrong with hiring a specialist. They will also help you choose flowers and anything else you want to add to your special day. When it comes to grand gestures, a three-foot heart filled with roses is nothing short of spectacular. Although that is not always an option for a DIY proposal, there is still a huge potential for romance. This could include spelling your partner’s name out in roses or a pathway of rose petals to your proposal. The location could be the bedroom, your favorite donut shop in NYC, or even a stunning rooftop.


Locations can add a delicate second layer to your proposal. For example, a popular trend right now is proposing at home. This means you don’t have to get out, comfy clothes are acceptable, and you have easy access to the space. If you are looking for more of a flair, one of the best-kept secrets in New York is their rooftop spaces. Enjoying your engagement while getting pictures of a sunset skyline adds a once-in-a-lifetime feeling. Not only would these locations wow your partner, but they would also provide breathtaking photos for you to look back on. However, finding these locations on your own can be tricky, which is why we recommend hiring Enchanting Engagements. Hiring an event planner to plan your proposal is becoming more and more common.

Professionals know the best spots, how to keep it a surprise for your spouse and take the stress off your shoulders. They can coordinate caterers, photographers, videographers, musicians, and more! They can also assist in getting family and spectators to the event, placing them in the perfect position to view, but not be in the way. Overall, there are countless ways to make your engagement special. From doing it in your own space to a rooftop’s sunset view of New York City. Keep in mind the important part, asking your special someone to join you as a lifelong partner. Keeping that front and center in your mind will help you create the perfect proposal.

Easy Places to get engaged in New York

Easy Places to get engaged in New York

Are you looking for ideas on where to get engaged? Sometimes planning a proposal is overwhelming and you don’t know where to start. In New York City there are so many options and so many different venues, you really need an expert to help you narrow down where to go. I have compiled a simple list of ideas of where to get engaged in New York City!

New York City has some of the most beautiful parks in the country! When I think of New York City I always think of Central Park. With a park that is 842 acres big there are so many lovely areas to plan your proposal. One thing that is not easy about the park is getting to the locations. When you are planning and setting up a proposal there are a lot of moving pieces and props that need to be taken into consideration. Getting engaged is a special moment and you and your partner, you don’t want to put in minimal effort which is why props are essential to this. Central Park has small spots that feel like fairytales and are incredibly romantic but they’re in the middle of the park. At Enchanting Engagements, we know about all these spots, and we know how to get there efficiently with all of the best props to make your New York City proposal magical and stress free!

A proposal can be done almost anywhere but a safe bet is a restaurant but you have to make it special. The restaurants in New York City are some of the best in the world and it can be quite a task to try and choose one for a proposal. When getting engaged in a restaurant there are a couple of benefits that you don’t get in a park. First, you’re enjoying a lovely meal so you’re partner is already in a good mood! You can also have a couple of cocktails which helps calm the nerves when thinking about what you’re going to say during your proposal. It’s also typical of the restaurant to gift you champagne once you are officially engaged and who doesn’t love a free drink! This is all very easy and simple but there are ways to make a restaurant proposal more special for you and your partner. At Enchanting Engagements we work with the restaurant to make this experience one of a kind. We bring in props that will truly make both of you feel special as well as a couple of other experiences that we disclose when we have a consultation with you!

If you and your partner want to enjoy something more private proposal there is always the option of the beach. If you want to stay in New York City that is totally manageable because the borough or Brooklyn and the borough of Queens both have excellent beaches! Getting engaged on the beach is automatically romantic. The waves crashing as the sun sets creates one of the most gorgeous backdrops for photos. There are so many props you can bring to a beach proposal and make it really special. At Enchanting Engagements we have all the props you would need. It’s a pain to set everything up while also mentally prepping for your proposal, which is why you hire us. We call the flower shop, we set up the stage for you to really blow your partner away. Enchanting Engagements creates the environment of a fairytale that you will remember for years to come!

There are so many options for your proposal in New York City, and Enchanting Engagements is here to help! We have scoured New York City to find the perfect spots in Central Park and the best restaurants to pop the question. When working with Enchanting Engagements you won’t be disappointed, book now!