Wedding Ideas

You and your sweetheart are huge Dodgers fans. You rarely (if ever) miss a game, and the Dodgers jersey you wear is so worn that it’s the most comfortable shirt you own. Since the Dodgers are such an integral part of your life as a couple, why not do a ballpark proposal at Dodger Stadium?

Here are the best ways to propose at Dodger Stadium:

Wall of Fame

If you really want to plan a surprise, have your proposal inscribed on a bat or a baseball on the Dodger’s Foundation’s “Community Wall of Fame.” Your proposal and proclamation of love will be immortalized in the hallways of Dodger Stadium. It costs $75 or $250 and can be ordered online.

Ribbon Board Message

Surprise the love of your life with a ribbon board message proposal and a diamond cluster ring! The message appears at the end of the 5th inning, immediately after the third out is recorded at the bottom of the fifth inning. It will appear on the ribbon board located below the Left Field Dodger Vision, which is above the Left Field Pavilion, so make sure your seats have a good view! About 6 to 8 weeks after the game, you’ll also receive a 5x7 color photo of the message to commemorate the occasion. Messages cannot exceed 40 characters, including punctuation and spaces. Board messages cost $50 and can now be purchased online.

Take a Tour

Take your sweetheart on a tour of baseball’s third-oldest stadium and use that opportunity to pop the question. The 90-minute tour allows fans to see the restricted and non-public areas of the stadium. Tours are given at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., and tickets can be purchased online.

Of course, you can always get good seats in a box and simply propose with a beautiful diamond engagement ring during an exciting moment during the game.

To celebrate your happy news, you can call Fan Services at 323.224.1507 to book an engagement photo session at Dodger Stadium.

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Remember college, that magical place where you went to raging parties, pulled countless all-nighters, and met your college sweetheart, who is still the love of your life? Whether these memories of college are fresh in your mind or are more than a few years old, your college campus is a fantastic place to pop the question.

Here are a few ideas for proposing on your college campus:

The Place Where You Met

Is there really any place that means as much to you as a couple than the place you met? Write a note and tell your partner to meet you “where it all began.” Decorate the area with candles and flowers, and when your partner arrives, drop to one knee and present your sweetheart with a diamond cluster ring.

A Meaningful, or Beautiful, Spot on Campus

Many college campuses have places that are special to the college for a variety of reasons. At the University of Kansas, for example, undergraduates do not walk underneath the Campanile tower until graduation day. This superstition and the beauty of Campanile Hill make it a popular proposal spot for former students. Some other examples are the Shakespeare Garden at Northwestern University, or the Grotto of Our Lady Lourdes at Notre Dame. Use that unique and meaningful spot on your campus as the backdrop for your proposal.

Student Union or Dining Hall

Take your sweetheart to the place where you shared a countless number of meals. You could even arrange for the kitchen to make her favorite meal and serve it on a tray with the diamond cluster ring. Arrange for your college friends to show up after you propose and join you for dessert.  

Sporting Event

If you and your sweetheart share a love of sports, why not propose to your partner at a home game for the team that you spent at least four years pulling for? You could even display your proposal message on the scoreboard!

Thanks to a vibrant arts and culture scene and an active community of young people, Mississippi's capital city is up and coming. On weekday evenings, you can find a local band playing on the porch of a coffee shop in historic Fondren; on the weekends, there's likely to be a family-friendly outdoor festival downtown. Although you may have never had the opportunity to visit Jackson before, you'll enjoy exploring all that the city has to offer. Here are a few of the best places to propose.

In the Beautiful Outdoors

Mississippi is known for its natural beauty, with its majestic oaks and expansive spaces for camping, hiking, and kayaking. The Natchez Trace is a scenic road that runs from Natchez, MS, to Nashville, TN, with plenty of sights along the way. Take a drive or a bike ride with your sweetheart and stop at the historic attractions along the way. The Ross Barnett Reservoir is a lovely spot for a hike or a picnic. Stop at the overlook (milepost 105.6) at sunset, take a knee, and surprise her with a diamond cluster ring!

Mynelle Gardens is another picturesque destination, popular for weddings and engagement photo shoots. You and your lady can listen to the songbirds as you walk hand through several different botanical gardens, which feature curving footpaths, reflective pools, and quaint bridges. 

In an Upscale Restaurant

Parlor Market is, hands down, one of the best restaurants in the South. The menu, which changes regularly, features locally grown produce, sustainably raised meats, and plenty of seafood and wild game. Treat yourself to dishes like fried oyster salad with comeback sauce and homemade ricotta. Then order a rich dessert like the Walk Down Memory Lane, an assortment of fancied-up childhood treats. Make sure to browse the list of creative cocktails, which feature uncommon ingredients such as hibiscus syrup, honeysuckle vodka, and cilantro. The atmosphere and service are impeccable, and you will walk away with a full belly and a smile on your face. 

BRAVO! is the kind of Italian bistro that is both classy and inviting. The soft lighting and the open kitchen create a lovely ambience, and the menu is so appealing that you'll want to try a bit of everything. Wood-fired pizza, pasta, and seafood are the restaurant's specialties, as well as its tiramisu and award-winning wine list. The friendly staff will be sure to accommodate you if you ask them to bring a little something extra to the table for your lady: a sparkling diamond cluster ring! 

At a Charming Inn

One of the best places to propose in Jackson, MS, is the historic Fairview Inn, the only hotel in Jackson rated four diamonds by AAA. You'll feel as if you've stepped back in time as you enter the 1908 Colonial Revival mansion. Schedule a couples massage in the spa and relax together. Eat a leisurely meal at the elegant Sophia's restaurant, have a cocktail in The Library (the old library has been renovated into a bar), and retire to a room with its own name and unique decor.   

The Old Capitol Inn is a designer boutique hotel with old-world charm. Splurge on a jacuzzi suite with a view of the city, and eat a complimentary Southern-style breakfast in the morning. Explore downtown Jackson during the day, but come back for the complimentary wine and cheese served every evening. You and your sweetie will enjoy some much-deserved pampering together!

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As summer approaches, there's still time for you to plan a spring proposal! Spring is a lovely time of year to propose because everything is in bloom, signifying the new life that you're about to start with your sweetheart. The scent of flowers wafts through the air, and the weather is perfect for an outdoor proposal. Here are three creative proposal ideas to consider. 

1. Nature Walk 

We say "nature walk" rather than "hike," because only the fittest and most outdoorsy of folks find sweat and sore muscles romantic! A pleasantly paced stroll, where you can walk hand in hand, is a safer bet. Choose a scenic park with tree-lined trails, or a local botanical garden. If your first date was out in nature, or on a pretty university campus, take her back to that spot.

If there's space to spread out a blanket, pack a picnic. If you can make sure she won't open the basket in advance, tape a love note to each picnic item and have her pull them out one by one. Write "Will You Marry Me?" on the last note. Extra points if it's attached to her favorite food!

2. Scavenger Hunt

A creative proposal idea for temperate weather is planning a scavenger hunt around town. Make a list of places that are special to both of you: the place where you met, where you shared your first kiss, and your favorite restaurant, for example. Then write clues that will lead her from one place to another (don't make them too hard!) and place them shortly before you propose. If you leave the clues with any people, make sure that they know about their important role in your proposal, and the approximate time you'll be arriving. In the last location, plan to get down on one knee and surprise her with a sparkling diamond cluster ring!

3. Buried Treasure

If your lady loves the beach, find a spot with a nearby landmark and bury a message in a bottle in the sand. In the message, write how much she means to you. Make sure that the bottle is fully covered, so no one else digs it up! When you arrive at the beach, give your sweetie a treasure map and have her dig at the X. After she reads your letter, take a knee in the sand and pop the question. 

Bonus: Get her dog involved in the proposal! See our previous post, "Creative Proposal Ideas Involving Her Dog." 

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Known for its mountainous beauty, great food, and thriving art scene, Asheville is a great location for a proposal. You'll be able to enjoy nature by taking a relaxing hike or admiring the lovely spring blossoms, then have dinner and drinks at a cosmopolitan restaurant. Asheville has a young vibe like Portland or Austin that makes for great nightlife. Here are a few of the best places to propose:

In the Great Outdoors

Chimney Rock

One of the best known destinations in Asheville is Chimney Rock, located in Chimney Rock State Park. The monolith is 535 million years old, and you can stand atop it and enjoy views that span 75 miles. At sunset, you'll be able to see Hickory Nut Gorge glow, and this is the perfect place to pop the question. There are plenty of hikes in the park that are suitable for different skill levels. The Hickory Nut Falls trail leads to a 404-foot waterfall, which appears in The Last of the Mohicans, and it provides a gorgeous backdrop for a proposal.

North Carolina Arboretum

Nature lovers will swoon over the North Carolina Arboretum, which boasts a total of 434 acres, 65 of which are cultivated gardens. They include one of the most extensive bonsai collections in the country and a number of specialized gardens, including azalea and holly gardens. There are plenty of indoor and outdoor exhibits to enjoy, as well as 10 miles of hiking and biking trails. You're sure to find a quiet green space to present your sweetheart with a sparkling diamond cluster ring!

Biltmore Estate

If your lady is a romantic at heart, the Biltmore Estate is one of the best places to propose. It is America's largest home and looks like a fairy-tale castle. Pack a picnic and either drive or bike past the house and gardens, toward the winery. You'll find a spot secluded enough to share your life-changing moment together. Between late March and late May, the Festival of Flowers takes place in Biltmore's gardens. The tulips, pansies, azaleas, and other flowers will take your breath away.

At a Romantic Restaurant

Eating at Horizons at Grove Park Inn is a splurge, but one that you'll find well worthwhile. The piano music, extensive wine list, and gorgeous view of Appalachia set the scene for romance, especially if you dine at sunset. Attire is formal, and a jacket is required. Enjoy classic dishes such as lobster bisque -- which is famously delicious at Horizons -- venison, and scallops. This will be a meal that neither of you will ever forget.

What could be more romantic than tapas and wine? Zamba Wine Tapas and Cuisine is full of ambience with its soft lighting and Spanish decor. Zamba offers both traditional Spanish tapas, such as patatas bravas, and a modern twist on tapas, such as pomegranate braised pork spring rolls. Some say that this restaurant serves the best food in town. Enjoy jazz later in the evening, and celebrate the next chapter of your relationship with a toast!

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