If you guys missed my announcement on Instagram, I am engaged! Looking back on it, I basically planned out the engagement myself and all Jeff had to do was get down on one knee and pop the question LOL…I’ll tell you guys what I mean in a moment when I share how he proposed.
Based on this post, you may have known that we road tripped with my parents, brother, and our three fur babies to California for a wedding (don’t worry, he didn’t propose AT their wedding hehe). On our five day journey, we were busy most of the time whether it was the wedding, visiting relatives, or taking my parents to their favorite Vietnamese spots. Jeff and I knew we had little to no time to take any outfit photos. But being a blogger that I am, I made sure to pack several cute outfits, not only to wear, but in case we had any chances to snap some photos.
On our last night, we finally had some spare time so I rounded up Jeff and my brother for a quick adventure to San Francisco (we were staying in San Mateo). I brought along this red maxi dress that I thought would photograph so beautifully at The Golden Gate Bridge. I’ve never taken couples photos with Jeff before, and because my brother was with us, I thought this would be the perfect time for it. I asked Jeff if he could dress up, which he NEVER does when we take blog photos at home. So when I asked, he’s like “Umm, sure, I guess. Do I need to wear a jacket?” I responded, “Duh, might as well!”
We rushed to San Francisco from San Mateo. We quickly took photos of this outfit first and then drove to The Golden Gate Bridge. I originally wanted to take photos at Spencer Battery park, but when we got there, the parking lot was full. We drove a little further up (about 1/4 of a mile) and found a parking spot with pretty nice views of the bridge. I was in heels and looking at how far Spencer Battery park was, I wanted to stay where we were.
We saw a few people finish taking photos at the bottom of the hill of where we parked. Since they were finishing up, we decided to hop the rope and do the same to get a closer and better view of the bridge. It was around 7:30pm, the wind was blowing, and the sun was starting to set. Jeff started taking some photos of me and trying to find the best photo spot and angle for us. Then he set up the camera for my brother so that all he had to do was press the button.
As Jeff came over, I grabbed his hand (mind you that I’m super anti-PDA hehehe, but it felt right at the time). In my head I’m like, “This would be a great, natural looking photo of the two of us walking towards the bridge.” But as I took a couple of steps forward, Jeff held my left hand and stayed back. Now I’m thinking, “Oh, he must be doing a #followmeto photo.” We do these here and there and I always love them. As I’m patiently waiting for him to get the perfect #followmeto shot, I turned around to see how it was going. The blogger in me likes to check in on the photos to make sure everything looks good.
To my surprise, Jeff was on his knee! I can’t really remember what he said except for, “Will you marry me?” Between being completely shocked and confused, I was like “WHAT?!?! Is this a joke?! No way.” Then after a quick realization that this was real, I said “Yes!!” Again, I’m super anti-PDA but I think this moment deserved some smooches lol! So that’s the story of how he proposed! Of course, we had to take a #followmeto photo after he put a ring on it!
Now looking back at how he proposed, we laugh at how I basically planned out this photoshoot and Jeff used this opportunity to propose hehe. I’m sure not complaining because it was beautiful, funny and so us! If you guys know Jeff, he is a huge planner. He brought the ring on our road trip just in case there was that moment. After seeing what I had planned for us that evening, he spontaneously decided to propose, which is very unlike him but it turned out perfectly! We are so happy and are now starting to plan for our big day. I’m so excited to be sharing this special time with you guys! Here’s the rest of how he proposed in photos!
Aww this is so cute!! Proposing during a photo shoot is a sneaky but good way to propose especially if you are a blogger lol. Congrats!!
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Oh how awesome, I’m so excited for you, and how perfect that you were already dressed for the occasion! haha
Congrats!!!
Jennifer
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What a perfect proposal! Even if he just took advantage of your planning, he still was ready for the moment! Congrats!
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Oh my gosh this is the cutest! So sweet, what a perfect opportunity! Good job Jeff, and congrats to you both!! 💗🤗
You guys are so cute!! Loved reading about your story and how you had no idea the proposal was coming. NOW FOR THE FUN PLANNING PART!!!
Awwww this post made me so happy! First, those photos are just incredible (and they definitely do a great job of bringing out the red dress). Second, you both look so happy and in love that it makes my heart happy for you 🙂 Congrats!!!!
-Jenna <3
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Gorgeous photos!! I love these so much, Tina! 🙂
This is the cutest proposal that I’ve seen and the best part is it’s in front of the most iconic places in the world. Congratulations, you look really lovely and happy.
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Awe how romantic! Congrats so happy for you
xo
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omg this proposal is so romantic babe!!
xx
Mónica Sors
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Oh, this is such a romantic and cute story.. love it! Congrats lovely!
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Wow, sounds so romantic!
Lovely pics and beautiful couple!
Kisses, Paola.
Expressyourself
Congratulations on your engagement! I love the story behind it and these photos are beautiful. You look stunning in red Tina!
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Aww what a lovely story and what a lovely dress/place to get married! Love the follow me to photo that followed! Congratulations!
Kate xx
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Omg, this is literally the perfect proposal! I love how natural it was and how personal it was with it intertwining with you doing something you love, taking photos for the blog! You looked absolutely beautiful and what a gorgeous backdrop. You have to do something with the photos, they’re so beautiful. Definitely frame them and perhaps use them as your save the date or actual engagement photos. Congrats again, girlie, and thanks for sharing your special moment with us. I can’t wait to see everything unfold!
XO,
Jalisa
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Omg Omg Tina congrats!!!! I loved reading your engagement story and I loved that you somehow planned it, yet it was still natural and genuine. So happy for you two!
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Oh my goodness what a sweet moment to capture!! Congrats to both of you.
xo
Katrina
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Such a sweet story! I love how it has the blogger element to it, ha! Sweet Jeff being a planner and knowing you so well. He was smart to take advantage of the perfect opportunity. It’s great because you have photos of your special moment. I am loving your dress too!!
Amy Ann
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Such an AMAZING story, lady- wishing you both all the happiness in the world!
-Ashley
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Congratulations!! These photos are absolutely so so lovely and it was lovely to read your engagement story! Xx
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Congrats! Wow, those photos are just STUNNING. I love the lighting, your red dress and just everything. So perfect! I had to laugh that your outfit photos turned into engagement photos! Ha! How perfect! Gotta love blogger life! 🙂
Carrie
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What a special story! How neat that you got these pictures too, without even planning it…they are simply STUNNING!! Congratulations!
Shauna
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Congrats dear! ♥♥♥ I’m so happy!
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Tina, congrats to you and Jeff! What a sweet engagement story! Could not be happier for the both of you!!
xoxo, Vanessa
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Congrats and best wishes to you both. What a great opportunity to have your proposal so beautifully documented. My husband proposed to me while we were out horseback riding in the woods. He knew I wanted a romantic proposal, but he hated the idea of getting down on one knee! The horse he was riding passed away a few years ago, but the one I was riding is still with us and I always give him extra treats on our engagement anniversary. While it would have been nice to have photos documenting the moment, it’s just as well we didn’t. We were all dirty and sweaty and I had a massive case of “helmet hair”. 😀
You guys are the sweetest! I love that he took the opportunity to propose and you look radiant in all the photos xx
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That’s wonderful Tina, perfect location and dress! San Francisco is my childhood home and it still holds a warm place in my heart. I wish you and Jeff a wonderful wedding and life together as husband and wife!!
xoxo,
Tania
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OOOOH Tina this is the CUTEST story ever. So romantic <3
I am sure this was one of the happiest moments in your life!
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Congratulations!!
How romanitc !!!
Have a wonderful day <3
Olivia Poncelet
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Oh my gaaaawd! Congratulations! What a beautiful story and ring! I wish all the happiness for you two cuties!
Kim
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Oh my gosh, this is truly SO special – and what a heartwarming engagement story! Congratulations!! You look breathtakingly beautiful in this red gown and what stunning photos to remember this moment with 🙂
Gabrielle | A Glass Of Ice x
Tina, first and foremost, congratulations to you and Jeff! This is an exciting time and I truly am very happy for both of you. Second of all, what a beautiful engagement story! Seriously, it’s so cute and one for the books! I read your story and couldn’t help but smile. Lastly, yay! I hope you guys are enjoying your engagement and planning out your big day. I can’t wait to hear more about your adventures! As always, you look beautiful and you look gorgeous in your red dress. Happy Friday and wishing you both a fantastic weekend!
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Congratulations! This is so cute and it sounds like the perfect proposal. I am so happy for you!
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your dress is so gorgeous. perfect dress for the proposal. Congrats dear.
The Glossychic
Wow BIG Congrats! I love the cute story of you thinking he’s just taking a photo when he actually is holding a ring in your direction. So clever!
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Congrats! Such beautiful photos!
~Samantha
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Oh my, this is sooo beautiful. Congrats to the two of you!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
A million congrats, Tina! This is such exciting news and the story behind your proposal is so cute. You and Jeff seem like such an awesome couple and I wish you two all the best!
-Helen
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You look absolutely stunning on that red dress! I love it. And you guys both are the cutest!! Congrats to both of you! 🙂
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Awww congratulations on your proposal 🙂 you look beautiful in that red dress and all the photos are amazing!!! 🙂
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Awww this is so sweet, congratulations to the both of you! These photos are beautiful and what a creative proposal!
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