Wedding proposals are well thought out. Men (and women) spend a lot of time figuring out the perfect moment, the perfect thing to say or the perfect thing to do. It’s likely one of the most romantic moments in your life and I think that should be shared at your wedding day. Whether in a toast at the wedding or a picture or anecdote at the rehearsal dinner, don’t forget to share how that special moment happened on your wedding day. After all, you wouldn’t have a wedding day without it!

Here are a few irresistible proposals, how could you say no?:

“In vain I have struggled. It will not do. My feelings will not be repressed. You must allow me to tell you how ardently I admire and love you.” –Pride and Prejudice

“The first time I got married we’d been together since college. Marriage… just seemed like the next step. It was just something that happened. But I think for two people to really love each other to really commit to each other it has to be an act of will. Or a decision. And I think two people have to live that decision every day. Even when things are hard and you feel like giving up you have to hang on to that decision, that choice to love each other. Even if it’s only by a thread. I let that thread break once. This time, it won’t. Will you marry me?” –Stepmom

What’s your engagement story?

Wedding photos are absolutely essential, but they can be kind of tricky to plan. In theory, you and your husband-to-be are not supposed to see each other before the ceremony on your big day. If you stick with that plan then when do you take wedding photos? After the reception seems too late, plus you and your wedding party will likely be slightly drunk and sweaty and who wants that moment captured. That leaves between the ceremony and the reception – but what do you do with all your guests?

the knot.com has some great suggestions to get started

A cocktail hour hosted in your reception location is the perfect solution. Since you won’t be there to entertain your guests personally, setting up an event that encourages mingling amongst your guests will keep them busy (and happy). Just be sure to plan this in an adjoining venue or room to your reception – you don’t want your guests to be drinking then driving.

of course martha has great cocktail suggestions

And what is more appropriate at a wedding cocktail hour than signature drinks? Have a taste test of these suggested signature drink recipes and choose your favorite. Or meet with the venue bar tender and create your own recipe from scratch based on a few of your favorite ingredients. And don’t forget – your signature cocktail will need an equally customized name even if you choose a premade recipe. Examples include David & Marytini or Smith on the Rocks. Or just stick with the romantic names like Sealed with a Kiss or Blushing Bride.

I stumbled across this bridal shower a few weeks ago and I cannot let it go. Every details is downright adorable. The women who threw this bridal shower personalized every element from picking the furniture, to labeling the drinks to decorating the the numerous types of bars. It is so absolutely girly, fresh and fun without being overwhelming - I can’t imagine how a party like this could go wrong for any of your guests.

Let’s start with the numerous bars - you know I love a good themed bar at a wedding so why not incorporate them into your bridal shower too? A pinkberry bar is delicious and healthy (you are catering to all women, so having at least one healthy offering is essential) and it’s called pinkberry - how much cuter and feminine can you get? Then there is the customized scent bar. What an original idea - it adds an activity to the shower as well as a takeaway for all the guests.  And to top of all these already fabulous bars they also had a cupcake bar, my favorite. To keep with the girly theme they selected flavors such as mimosa, red velvet and petite bellini. I’ll take one of each (plus a pinkberry cup or two). Add a champagne bar and this event is my ideal bridal shower. Done and done.

Whether you’re lusting after an outdoor wedding intertwined with the grape vines or an indoor reception hosted in a wine cellar, there is something beyond romantic about a vineyard themed wedding. It’s naturally antique, timeless and universally enjoyable (if you’re guests don’t drink, the atmosphere will still be gorgeous).

how cute would your wedding pictures be?

How can you pull this off? There are a few simple details you can add to your wedding planning that will make this vineyard wedding ceremony or reception perfect.
Print your invitations in white and purple or deep burgundy to play up the wines’ natural colors. Create custom wedding wine labels and send your guests home with a sampler bottle instead of traditional favors. Decorate with grapes, wheat or any rich, natural accessories you can find to play up your natural surroundings, whether in a vineyard or a wine filled basement. And play up the naturally indulgent theme of a vineyard wedding with a rich, chocolate wedding cake – no snack options will be necessary.