Is proposing on Valentines day too cliche and expected?

Question

Is proposing on Valentines day too cliche and expected?

Answer 1

yes. go for something original. A proposal no matter which day you pick is always romantic, your basically taking the first step in commiting your life to someone, but Valentines day takes something away from that i think. make it your day.. not the world's!

Answer 2

Aw that sounds like a cute time to ask.

I'm just wondering, how long have you been dating this person?

Answer 3

A wee bit, do it the day after maybe? She won't expect that

Good luck! :)

Answer 4

Actually it's quite romantic

The key is HOW you propose to her...

What are HER ideas of the "perfect proposal?" I mean, is she someone who would be thrilled at you popping the question while munching on pizza in front of the TV - or would she like you to propose to her on the observation deck of the Empire State Building? Or would she prefer the intimate candle light dinner on the rooftop (or expensive restaurant) with a violinist playing some romantic music? Or would she be happy being proposed to while paddle-boating in the local park? or maybe you can arrange to meet her for lunch at her work - and be followed in by court jesters and fife players capering about as you get down on your knee and propose?

Answer 5

Propose on a day meaningful to both of you like your anniversary.

Answer 6

it depends on the type of girl...dont get me wrong as a girl I know that most women are the romantic types...but some might actually find it offending that that's all you came up with ya know...maybe do it with some extra pizazz or something...but I like it!

=)

Answer 7

I think its very romantic. I was proposed to on valentines day and we've been married now for 8 years. good luck.

Answer 8

As you can see from the many responses, people either love or hate this day.  How does your girlfriend feel about that day?

My hubby got down on bended knee with the ring on Christmas Eve, pictures, the whole bit.  I love my 'real' proposal  Future Hubby picked me up on regular Saturday a month before to go Xmas shopping, drive-thru for a coffee, stopped at a red light, turns calmly and says "Where do you want to go shopping, I was thinking a jewelry store for an engagement ring, what do you think?"  Took a couple of seconds for his question to sink in, had a numbing feeling of shock, elation, you name wash over me, then I jumped into his arms, right at the red light!  It was (is) his calm, not taking my answer for granted, unexpected way  about him that I still love to this day....24 yrs later.

Choose a day and manner of asking that is her and hers alone. It's like getting red roses on Valentines day...very nice but everyone gets them. And choosing the ring together will guarantee your fiance will not be on here, asking how to tell you she doesn't like the ring!

Answer 9

no, not really. I mean, if your girlfriend is expecting it, it could ruin the element of suprise but if that doesn't bother you or her then why not. It's romantic, it's sweet, and it sure saves on thinking of something ELSE to get for her for v-day if you get an engagement ring. LOL! I'm a girl, but I'm pratical...

I think of it this way...yes it's a very popular time to propose, however, unless she's been proposed to on valentines day before (hopefully not) it's all new to her and you'll be the sweetest guy on earth in her eyes even if a bunch of other guys did the same thing. Cuz she's with you, so where she might think it's too cliche for someone else, when it comes down to it and its her getting proposed to she'll feel like you thoguht the idea up all on your own and it's never been done before.

Good luck, I hope she says yes!! :)

Answer 10

Well, a proposal is usually not expected, (If it is, that totaly sucks for you) but it is a Valentine's cliche. For sure.  

Answer 11

Nooo its perfect and romantic

Answer 12

How about the morning of or at night right after dinner, etc? This way you'll still catch her off guard :)

Answer 13

i would never do that :P

if you want to be totally unexpected do it the day before valentine!

that way she cant say:

sorry... i already have somebody to be my valentine!

that is what i suggest :D

Answer 14

Whichever it is, it is so romantic!

Answer 15

No, that's really romantic. Good luck xx

Answer 16

My Mom thinks so.

But I Like It.=)

10 pts. please.

Answer 17

Who cares,

all that matters is how special you make it!!!!

Answer 18

noooo! that would be sooooooooooo nice! She should b lucky 2 have some1 like u.. my hubby would have never thought to do something soo nice  

Answer 19

I don't think it's too cliche. But, how about doing it the night before, then you both call off work on vday and spend the whole day doing romantic/ newly engaged/ valentine's day things together. OR, ask her before she goes to work in the morning, then send her a huge thing of flowers at work, thanking her for making you so happy, can;t wait to spend your lives together, she's your valentine, etc etc. I'm sure she'll be happy to get a proposal, no matter how it happens :) Good luck

Answer 20

Maybe, but EVERY girl want their boyfriend to propose on a special day, and I think Valentine's day is perfect!  Good luck.

Answer 21

It is kinda over rated yes it is the day of love but if you want to propose to the one you love you should do it unexpected so they can have the price less face and then you can make that day the special day instead of the regular holiday Valentines day

Answer 22

Its soooooo romantic,infact it spice up your relationship cos its an event you can both remember.

Answer 23

i don't think it's cliche or expected. it's extremely romantic and exactly what she'll want... go for it dude.

Answer 24

You'd better hope that she's expecting it, no matter when you propose, or you're jumping the gun. However, I'd agree with the idea of doing it the day before. Day after, if you're really romantic and would normally go for gestures like proposing on Valentine's day, might leave her disappointed because you didn't propose. It's rather cliche to do it day of. And besides, you end up with fewer things to celebrate.

Answer 25

getting married is retarded, why do you want to lose half your stuff?

Answer 26

use a unique way of doing it and she'll be happy. expect tears of joy. maybe instead of giving her chocolates you can have a chocolate box made for the ring. she'll think it's just candy until she opens the candy box and sees her ring

Answer 27

You answered your own question by asking it. In other words, yes, it is absolutely too corny, predictable and cliche.  A lot of these proposals are based on the emotion of the day and not the true feelings one has.  I'd avoid it like the bubonic plague.

Answer 28

I think it is very Romantic and not expected.

Answer 29

too tacky..corny...cheesy...and boring.

try something different man.

Answer 30

Not at all! Any girl would love it :)

and completely unexpected

Answer 31

It depends on the person. I personally don't celebrate Valentine's Day so I wouldn't find it romantic, I would find it cheesy.

However, if you are proposing to someone who loves the holiday, they might like it. Though it could be seen as expected.