Chicago Winter Proposal Ideas – Chicago Symphony Center
Winter proposals in Chicago can be complicated. The wind, the snow, and the cold! Erik had the plan…he surprised Claire after a show at the Chicago Symphony Center!
Shout out to Jenise from the Chicago Symphony Center for helping coordinate all the details and allowing Erik and Claire to have their special moment on stage!
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Erik did the heavy lifting with his planning. He already knew the location and the alibi. After reviewing their proposal…we though to share some helpful Chicago winter proposal ideas incorporated into their night.
1. Find a Suitable Location for an indoor Chicago proposal
Erik reached out to the Chicago Symphony Center about proposing after the show. Jenise and her team were able to make his wish come true! Claire was not expecting this moment. After all, how many people propose on stage after a show? Is that even a thing? The indoor location helped remove the winter elements out of the equation. It also helped that they were formally dressed for the winter holiday performance.
We also help couples find their perfect location when working preparing for their Chicago proposals.
2. Bring a friend or two (or four!) to Your Surprise Chicago Proposal
Even after she was shocked on stage at the Chicago Symphony Center…she was totally caught off guard seeing her friends in the auditorium ready to congratulate her! Bringing friends and/or family is one of our favorite Chicago winter proposal ideas-
Here Erik is pointing to the audience where Claire is shocked to see her friends in attendance!
Flawless execution by Erik and Claire’s friends – they were at the right spot at the right moment!
What a special moment to be able to share together!
3. Incorporate Seasonal Decor
Erik made sure to stand next to the Christmas tree and gift boxes to help bring the holiday season into their photos! This is one of our favorite Chicago winter proposal ideas. In the fall we incorporate fall colors. In the spring and summer, we try to incorporate seasonal flowers. We also love how their attire matches the holiday vibes!
4. Definitely get a close up ring photo!
Sometimes the emotions are big and we are so excited we can’t remember anything, but it’s always a good idea to get a close up of the engagement ring! Bonus if you can be creative with the composition – here we have a close up of the engagement ring and the couple kissing in the background!
5. Be Real – Enjoy The Moment
The number one request from couples: “we want to look natural.” Nothing says natural than having fun! Don’t forget to just enjoy the moment and laugh together~
6. A Photogenic Location
The most important of our Chicago winter proposal ideas: having a photogenic location! The Chicago Symphony Center certainly fits the bill! If you peruse our Chicago proposal shoots, you will see that we are always looking to match the best locations with each client’s wishes/desire.
Step back and see the grandeur of the space!
6. Have Your Photos Tell a Story
The last of our Chicago winter proposal ideas: Have your photos tell a story! Here we have Erik and Claire having their proposal on stage, then meeting with her friends, photos throughout the auditorium, and finishing up with a photo of them walking out. This last photo bookends their Chicago winter proposal photos!
Congrats again Erik and Claire! Hope these photos helped capture your story and all the emotions from your special moment! Erik: You crushed it with all your planning…you made sure to incorporate so many great Chicago winter proposal ideas into your special night at the Chicago Symphony Center!