So… you’re not the planner in the relationship. But you want to get this right.

You’re not usually the one making dinner reservations.
Or booking the trip.
Or picking the playlist.

But now you’ve got the ring (or at least the idea of one), and suddenly the pressure is on.

You don’t have to be the planner to nail your proposal prep.

You just need a clear plan, the right help, and a little insider know-how.

Here’s your step-by-step guide to doing proposal prep right without losing your mind in the process.

Understand The Point Of Proposal Prep

Proposal prep isn’t about overcomplicating things.

It’s about making the moment:

• Feel like them. Your partner should feel seen, known, and loved.
• Feel like you two. Not a Pinterest-perfect stranger’s story.
• Feel stress-free for you. Because trust us, if you’re stressed, it shows.

Even if you’ve never planned more than a fantasy football draft, this is one of the few moments in life you don’t want to wing.

Start With The Big Three

When we do proposal prep for clients, we always start here:

Location

Where will it happen?

• Private and intimate?
• Scenic and outdoorsy?
• Surrounded by friends and family?

Choose a spot that works logistically (no mountain climbing unless you’re both into it) and emotionally (if they hate crowds, skip the public jumbotron idea).

Timing

When will it happen?

• Golden hour for that dreamy light?
• Morning picnic because you’re brunch people?
• On a trip, so you’ve got built-in celebration vibes?

Vibe

What’s the overall feel?

• Romantic and quiet?
• Fun and playful?
• A little grand and over-the-top?

Get these three right and you’ve got a solid foundation.

How To Keep Your Proposal A Surprise

This is where proposal prep gets tricky, especially if you live together or are always together.

Play to your normal routines.

• If you always go for Sunday brunch, they won’t suspect a thing.
• If you’ve never booked a fancy dinner in your life, maybe… don’t start there.

Get an accomplice.

• A sibling, a best friend, a coworker, or someone who can help get them to the right place at the right time without raising suspicion.

Don’t hide the ring in obvious spots.

• The sock drawer? Too obvious.
• The car glove box? Risky.
• A lockbox that they don’t have the code to? Perfect.

The Words Matter, But They Don’t Have To Be Shakespeare

You don’t need to memorize a speech.

But your proposal speech should include a few lines about:

• Why you love them
• What they mean to you
• Why you want to spend forever together

Write it down and keep it in your pocket. Nerves can quickly make your mind go blank.

Plan What Happens After The Yes

Too many people forget this part of proposal prep.

• Private dinner for two — intimate and celebratory
• Family & friends surprise — if they’re into big reveals
• Weekend getaway — keeps the celebration going
• Luxury picnic — romantic and laid-back

Think about what your partner would actually enjoy.
(This is not the time to surprise an introvert with a flash mob.)

Outsource The Details (Seriously)

Here’s the best-kept secret: You don’t have to do it all yourself.

When you work with Amore Austin:

• We scout the location.
• We handle the décor, florals, candles, Are.
• We coordinate the photographer so you’re not texting “Are you here yet?” while sweating.
• We give you a detailed timeline so you know exactly when to be where.
• We even help plan the celebration afterward.

You just show up, breathe, and ask.

The Don’ts Of Proposal Prep

A few things to avoid at all costs:

• Winging it. Romantic comedies are not real life.
• Overcomplicating it. More moving parts mean more things that can go wrong.
• Forgetting to eat. You don’t want to propose on low blood sugar. Trust us.
• Making it about the audience. This is about you two, not strangers watching.

Proposal Prep Doesn’t Have To Feel Like A Chore

It’s not about being the planner in the relationship.
It’s about caring enough to make the moment special.

You can absolutely do that… with a little help.

We’ve planned hundreds of proposals in Austin for people just like you:

• The ones who’ve never booked a florist before.
• The ones who don’t know where to find the good photo spots.
• The ones who just want to get this right without losing their mind.

We make it easy.

You just show up with the ring and the person you love.

Ready to enjoy the moment?

Don’t let your lack of planner energy hold you back.

Let’s turn your proposal into the story you’ll tell for decades.

Book your complimentary call and let’s start planning your yes-worthy moment today.