Engagement Inspo - Surprise Proposals

Proposal

Dec 12

Written By Alicia Padilla and Jaclyn Younger

As the year winds down, one of our favorite season is finally upon us: engagement season. Being able to witness so many surprise moments of love and excitement is truly beyond magical.

Whether they take place on the ski slope or at a national park, surprise proposals are extremely special no matter what. We love capturing those first moments of shock and disbelief followed immediately by an immense amount of joy.

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite surprise proposals of all time, be sure to save your faves for future inspo.

Featured Love Stories
Hannah + Skylar at Ski Santa Fe
Vina + Lisa at White Sands National Park
Cristo + Shandi in Santa Fe, NM
Bridget + Adrian in Albuquerque, NM
Breck + Avery at Ski Santa Fe

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

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