How to Put a Flash Mob Marriage Proposal Together
If you are not familiar with the concept of a flash mob, and thus I assume been living in a shoe box in a Potassium mine in Mongolia for the past decade, then first let me explain. It occurs when a large group of people assemble in a public place and perform for a short time and then disperse. These flash mobs are usually organised on social networking sites like Twitter and Facebook and are carried out for entertainment value, artistic expression and for charity purposes.
Photos : theproposers.co.uk
Photos : theproposers.co.uk
Recently, the number of flash mobs taking place around the world has increased and people have been using them as a great way to propose to their loved one. So just how do you go about planning a flash mob marriage proposal and does it suit everyone? Let’s take a look at what you need to consider.
1. It’s all in the planning
In order to plan a successful flash mob for a proposal you need to be super organised, imaginative and discreet. You obviously do not want your other half to find out but you will need them to be at the location at the right time when the flash mob takes place. You should contact everyone that you want to be there by twitter (best to use a fake account) or Facebook and give out specific instructions such as what time to meet and details of the meeting place.
Maybe you have decided to make your flash mob a themed occasion. If that is the case you will need to organise the relevant costumes. You will also need to make sure everyone has been sent the moves to learn in advance. Do not invite people who cannot keep a secret or people who are easily embarrassed as that will spoil the event.
2. Do it in a unique setting
Nothing will shock your partner more than a flash mob in a unique setting. The more romantic the location the better. Take for example Pete from the Peak District in Northern England who arranged a flash mob to coalesce as he and his girlfriend entered Central Park in New York City whilst on holiday (check it out on You Tube if in doubt)!
First he had taken his girlfriend to New York as a surprise Christmas present and, whilst there, arranged a full flash mob to work their magic so that he could propose in the most unforgettable way ever. Can you picture your partner’s reaction if she was in the same boat? If you think it will be positive then this could be the perfect proposal idea for you.
3. Ask yourself this first though; is my partner shy?
Of course if your girlfriend or fiancée is the shy and retiring type you probably should not plan a flash mob proposal as this has the potential to embarrass her in a big way. If, on the other hand, she is the type who is game for a laugh then a flash mob proposal is the ideal way to make a statement. You will be telling her exactly how much you love her in a very public setting in front of hundreds of people. This takes a lot of nerve and only men who are comfortable with their emotions should probably undertake this!
Flash mobs are often used in order to raise money for charity so you could perhaps ask everyone who is taking part to make a donation of say five dollars and ask your girlfriend which charity she would like to donate this money to. This would make the proposal extra special as you are doing a good deed as well as declaring your love to someone.
Really the world is your oyster regarding which type of flash mob style to put together. You could do a Zumba style, a pillow fight, line dancing or simply a freeze. A flash mob dance in the style of the 1970s or 1980s is also a fun idea (think of all the shoulder pads and platform shoes!).
4. Check out Flash Mob America and Flash Mob UK
If you’re in the USA or thinking of heading there for your proposal then check out an organisation called Flash Mob America which organises these events online. They could be a great starting point for working out how to plan the flash mob event with you. Alternatively check out the UK version at Flash Mob UK if planning the event in the UK.
In my humble opinion it is much better to propose in this offbeat way than just taking someone out for a meal at McDonalds (seriously I read about such a proposal the other day). It will probably be caught on hundreds of cell phone cameras and may even make it on to the local news! It is a moment neither of you will ever forget and could be the perfect launch pad for your future life together. Good luck and get planning!
In my humble opinion it is much better to propose in this offbeat way than just taking someone out for a meal at McDonalds (seriously I read about such a proposal the other day). It will probably be caught on hundreds of cell phone cameras and may even make it on to the local news! It is a moment neither of you will ever forget and could be the perfect launch pad for your future life together. Good luck and get planning!
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