Please see the link here for the full blog post on Perfect Bound: A sex and the city engagement story

My blog entry from Julie and Hayden’s proposal can be found here: Surprise Proposal

Proposal planner: Sarah Pease from Brilliant Event Planning

Proposal photographer: Mariann Szucs from Blue Daisy Weddings

The journalists interviewed Sarah Pease The Proposal Planner and the couple, Danny and Tanvi, whose proposal I photographed earlier this year.

Here is the link to Danny and Tanvi’s proposal on my blog: Danny proposes to Tanvi

Here is the link to the full Chicago Tribune article: An original proposition

Proposal planning by Sarah Pease | Brilliant Event Planning
Proposal photography by Mariann Szucs | Blue Daisy Weddings

The puzzle’s missing piece was “husband and wife” and after the initial shock and surprise, she said Yes and they completed their puzzle of life!

Later the couple enjoyed an unforgettable dinner at Le Bernardin‘s private room, a 5 tiered puzzle cake and a ride around the city in a Rolls Royce Phantom.

Congratulations to the very happy couple!!

Big thanks to Sarah Pease the Proposal Planner and her team for the amazingly creative proposal idea and flawless execution!

Proposal planning by Sarah Pease, The Proposal Planner
Proposal photography by Mariann Szucs | Blue Daisy Weddings

You can read all about the planning that went into the perfect proposal and about the couple in the blog:

stylemepretty.com/new-york-weddings/2011/06/24/wrap-it-up-pretty-new-york-5/

Here is my blog post from their proposal:

bluedaisyblog.com/paul-asked-and-grace-said-yes-soho-proposal/

Proposal planning by Brilliant Event Planning.

Proposal photography by Mariann Szucs | Blue Daisy Weddings

Mike contacted me a couple months ago from Canada when he decided to plan a surprise New York City trip for his girlfriend, Sarah, and pop the question while visiting the Big Apple.  Mike had it perfectly planned out and was looking for a photographer to capture the moment when he proposes to her.

Mike chose the beautiful and very busy spot, the Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center. It was the perfect location as I could easily blend in with the tourist crowd and stayed unnoticed. After several e-mails leading up to the holiday weekend, on the day of the proposal, Mike texted me what they are wearing and what time they are getting to the Top of the Rock.

I easily spotted them when they arrived; they took their time looking around, taking some snapshots of one another. Then a few minutes later Mike got down on one knee and proposed!  Of course Sarah said Yes! and dozens of tourist cheered loudly who witnessed the proposal.
After the initial shock and surprise we walked around Manhattan to photograph the newly engaged couple.

Congratulations and best wishes to Sarah and Mike!!

New York City proposal photography by Mariann Szucs | Blue Daisy Weddings

Hayden, Julie’s boyfriend, and Sarah came up with a fabulous Sex and the City themed proposal that most girls can only dream of.

Sarah and I surprised Julie early morning with a special box and card from Hayden and we whisked her away on a shopping spree to fabulous stores such as Barneys and La Perla to pick out some shoes and lingerie.  Then a make up and hair stylist transformed Julie into a model and we had a portrait session at the Standard Hotel in the Meatpacking District of Manhattan.  The surprises did not end there.  After the shopping and photo session and one last clue, Julie was blindfolded and driven to the Cartier flagship store on Fifth Avenue.

Inside the private room at Cartier, Hayden was waiting with a red box in hand and a gorgeous yellow diamond engagement ring!  Naturally, Julie said Yes!!

Congratulations to Julie and Hayden!!

Proposal planning: Sarah Pease the Proposal Planner

Photography: Mariann Szucs, Blue Daisy Weddings

The floor was covered with rose petals, giant digital frames were displaying quotes about love and photos of the couple and a wall covered with pink ribbons and a proposal in Korean.

Paul popped the question and Grace happily said yes – all in Korean.

Then we took a walk in the artsy and eclectic neighborhood for some portraits.  Afterwards Grace and Paul returned to the gallery to celebrate with champagne and a specially prepared dinner for two.

Congratulations to Paul and Grace – wishing you much love and happiness!

I had the pleasure to work with the dream team!

Proposal planner Sarah Pease from Brilliant Event Planning and her team

Ryan from Vivid Wedding Films

Ashton Keefe – private chef

Gallery: Soho Gallery for Digital Art

Congratulations and best wishes to Danny and Tanvi!

Check out the amazing highlight film from Love in Progress: http://vimeo.com/21623247

The vendors who helped Danny in the amazing proposal:

Sarah Pease and her team from Brilliant Event Planning

Video: Moko from Love in Progress

Photography: Mariann Szucs from Blue Daisy Weddings

A romantic dinner for two at the Beacon restaurant turned into a very memorable evening as Jason surprised Amy with a beautiful card and a stunning engagement ring.

The candlelit room, a huge bouquet of Amy’s favorite flowers, the string trio, the customized dinner menu were all important parts of the proposal Jason had put together.

After Amy said yes and a champagne toast, we stepped out to the street for a few wintery engagement portraits.

Best wishes to Amy and Jason!  Thank you for letting me be part of your very special evening!

Planning: Sarah from Brilliant Event Planning

Location: Beacon Restaurant

Music: Four Seasons Ensemble

Proposal photographer: Mariann Szucs from Blue Daisy Weddings

Mandy had no idea that the private cooking class Josh booked for the two of them, was indeed, a disguise for him to pop the question.  Before Josh asked Mandy to marry him, he read a series of recipe cards that reflected back on their personal history and the highlights of their relationship.

She said Yes!

Congratulations to Mandy and Josh!

Please check this amazing highlight video from Ryan of Vivid Wedding Films:

Proposal video

Proposal planning by Sarah Pease and her team at Brilliant Event Planning.

Film by Ryan Rossman of  Vivid Wedding Films

Cooking class by Esprit Events

Proposal photography by Mariann Szucs | Blue Daisy Weddings