There is something timeless and magical about a mountain covered in snow, glittering
against a blue sky. Whether your partner loves skiing or prefers to stay tucked up in the
warmth of the chalet, a ski holiday is the perfect setting for a proposal.
This type of proposal does take a little bit of planning, as it’s unlikely to take place locally,
unless you happen to be fortunate enough to live within driving distance of a ski resort. With
just a little bit of forward thinking though, you can give you and your partner the proposal of
your dreams. We take a look at some of the top things to consider to make your day as easy
as a green run.
Choose your location wisely
With plenty of picturesque proposal spots to choose from, it can be hard to decide between
them. Your final choice of location will likely depend on whether or not you want to be
surrounded by other skiers as you pop the question, as a ski slope in peak season can be a
busy place.
Luckily, there are a couple of different options to choose from. If you’re feeling adventurous
and the journey is long enough, proposing in the ski lift carriage can be romantic as you get
your own private pod with stunning views across the landscape.
If you don’t want to be pushed for time or would rather have your feet on solid ground, then
you could propose at the top of the run, but just be aware that this will likely be more public.
Whilst proposing part way through a long run does sound romantic and private, it might be a
little hazardous, so it’s best to make sure to propose before you set off down the mountain.
If your partner prefers their ski holidays to contain more spa than ski, organise a private chef
in your chalet, before cosying up before an open fire with a glass of mulled wine.
Mark the moment
A snow-capped mountain is surely the perfect place for your proposal photoshoot shots.
These shoots can be fun and playful – imagine you and your partner messing around in the
snow with bluebird skies behind you. These photoshoots are ideal for just getting some
holiday snaps, so if you want your photographer to capture your proposal, then this can
easily be incorporated.
Speak to them beforehand, and agree on a key word or phrase that you can say just before
you present your partner with their dream engagement ring, and they can make sure they
capture the special moment for you to look back on forever.
If you’d rather have more secret photographs, make sure to agree on key details with your
photographer first, such as time, location and the colour of your ski jackets so they don’t
miss the big surprise.
Plan your outfit
Whilst thermal leggings and fleeces aren’t perhaps the outfit that most people might choose
for their proposal, luckily for you, bulky ski gear is ideal for hiding the engagement ring in.
Make sure that it is tucked away safely, and do remember that if it is in a box rather than a
pouch, to put it somewhere that won’t hurt should you fall.
To avoid fumbling and dropping the ring, make sure to take your gloves off before you
propose. The last thing you want is to be scrambling around in the snow – lighter metals in
particular such as white gold engagement rings will certainly blend into a white background,
and you don’t want to lose your carefully chosen rock at the crucial moment.
This was a collaborative post.
