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You already know what a proposal package is. Someone sets up the scene, you bring your partner to it, and you ask the question. What you need now is a clear way to compare the choices and pick the one that fits your plan, your budget, and the person you are asking.
I wrote this guide to give you that method. I compared what each package includes, how the pricing works, which extra costs appear, and what a planner should handle for you. I looked for companies that share their contents and prices in public, because you cannot judge a package if you cannot see what is in it.
A good place to start is with a company that lists its proposal packages with clear contents and starting prices. The Yes Hunters does this, and I will use their options as examples throughout. By the end, you will know how to compare packages, what to ask, and how to avoid surprise costs.
Start With Your Setting
Before you look at prices, decide where the proposal will happen. The place limits what you can use.
- Indoor or evening proposals suit lit displays, such as marquee letters and candles.
- Outdoor proposals need setups that look good in open space and daylight.
- Upscale indoor spaces can handle larger floral designs.
The Yes Hunters describes Marquee Moment as a fit for indoor or evening proposals. They describe Forever in Bloom as a fit for outdoor or upscale indoor proposals. Look for this kind of guidance in any package you consider.
Read What Each Price Includes
A starting price means little until you know what it covers. Check the item list and count the pieces.
For example, Sweet Simplicity starts at $490 and includes an 8×8 ft heart arch, a small “Marry Me” neon sign, and a choice of red or white roses. Total Romance starts at $840 and adds a carpet, petals, two candelabras, four vases of flower arrangements, and several kinds of flameless candles.
Also check the fine print on delivery. At The Yes Hunters, all packages except the entry-level rental are delivery only, and the starting prices exclude delivery fees. Ask for the full total before you decide.
Match a Package to Your Budget
Here is how their starting prices fall into three groups.
Under $500
- 3FT Marquee Letters rental, from $320. These are illuminated three-foot MARRY ME letters. You can use them alone or decorate them yourself. Pickup and delivery are both available, and the rental lasts up to 24 hours.
- Sweet Simplicity, from $490.
$500 to $900
- Marquee Moment, from $550.
- Romantic Glow, from $720.
- Forever in Bloom, from $820.
- Total Romance, from $840. This is their most popular package.
$1,000 and Up
- Marquee Forever, from $1,100.
- The Vow, from $1,400.
- Eternal Love, from $1,500.
- Royal Ever After, from $2,200.
If you are not engaged yet and want to ask someone to make the relationship official, they offer a Girlfriend Proposal setup from $620.
Choose a Look That Fits Your Partner
Think about what your partner likes. Some people want soft light and quiet. Others want color and a large display.
- Romantic Glow creates a warm atmosphere with a heart arch, a neon sign, a petal pathway, and flameless candles.
- Eternal Love adds balloons and more than 40 vases of floating candles for a celebration feel.
- The Vow comes in white, red, or pink and includes a real rose-petal aisle made of 5,000 petals.
- Royal Ever After is a bold red-rose design with a cascading arch and a bouquet of 75 real red roses.
Heart arch packages come in white, red, and pink rose versions, so you can match the color to your partner’s taste.
Pick Add-Ons With Care
Add-ons make a setup more personal, but they raise the total. Decide which ones matter to you. The Yes Hunters lists these prices:
- MARRY ME marquee letters added to a heart package: $200
- Two cold sparks: $300
- Fresh rose bouquet of 50 roses: $200, or 100 roses: $300
- Live violinist: $550
- Professional photography and videography: priced on request
I suggest you put photography near the top of your list. You will want a record of the moment, and you will be too focused on the question to take it yourself.
Plan for Costs Beyond the Décor
The package is one part of your total. The Yes Hunters publishes a guide to proposal costs in Washington, D.C., and the numbers help you set a realistic budget.
- Some D.C. parks and monuments are free. Others need a permit that costs about $120 to $250.
- Hotel rooms run about $400 to $600, and suites run about $1,500 to $2,000.
- Rooftops and restaurants often set food and beverage minimums of $1,500 to $4,000.
- Photographers and videographers each cost about $600 to $2,000.
- Décor packages run about $600 to $1,500 plus delivery.
Time of day, season, guest involvement, and a weather backup plan can change the total. A D.C. proposal can cost a few hundred dollars or several thousand.
Why I Recommend The Yes Hunters
I recommend them for several reasons.
First, they handle the full plan. Their services include custom proposal planning, romantic location scouting across Virginia and D.C., on-site coordination, photography and videography, and design and décor styling. You share your date, location, and special touches, and their team handles the planning, setup, and details.
Second, they give you choices. You can pick a pre-designed package, or they can design a fully custom setup if nothing fits. Free consultations are available, so you can ask questions before you commit.
Third, they cover a wide area. They are based in Sterling, Virginia, and design proposals throughout Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. They have also expanded to Bozeman, Montana, where they offer Sweet Simplicity, Romantic Glow, and Total Romance, plus a Rooftop Proposal Experience and a Farm Proposal Experience.
Fourth, their prices are easy to find. A buyer can see starting prices, item lists, and add-on costs before making contact.
Questions to Ask Before You Book
1. What is the full price with delivery?
2. How long can I keep the setup in place?
3. Can you adjust the colors or add a special touch?
4. What happens if the weather changes?
5. Can you suggest or scout a location?
6. Is photography available, and what does it cost?
You can reach The Yes Hunters at (571) 548-1377 to ask these questions.
Make Your Choice
Set your budget, pick your setting, and choose a look your partner will love. Then compare the item lists, confirm the delivery cost, and add only the extras that matter to you. A clear plan lets you stay calm on the day, so the only thing left to do is ask.
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