Valentine 2026: From Homemade dinner To Recreating First date, Here are 5 Romantic ways to propose your loved one

New Delhi: Valentine week is just round the corner and the pressure is also there to how to propose the ones we love. Forget the predictable chocolates and roses, this year, it's all about showing you've put some proper thought into it.

Here are five ideas that scream ‘YOU’ and not just a last minute thought:

How about proposal on Valentine morning?

You can propose your loved one in the morning of the valentine, because that could be the least the person would be expecting as it is the last day of the week. You can plan the day properly like waking them up with a ring or roses and making their favourite dish. The person will be in awe of their beautiful engagement ring for the rest of the day.

Will home proposal work?

Home proposal are totally in these days, but for that you have to arrive home before them. You can sprinkle rose petals on the floor and make a trail from the front door and all the way to the room. Decorate the room with candles and fragrances and turn the light off with romantic music in the background. Wait for in the room with ring, gifts to surprise her.

Is Homemade dinner good idea?

The effort of preparing their favourite meal can never go unnoticed. This is the most romantic and thoughtful thing a person can do for their loved ones. You can add a extra touch by lighting candles and playing romantic music in the background. Then between or after dinner you can get down on one knee and pop the question.

Will recreating first date help?

You can take your partner back to the happy first days. For everyone first date is the most special and precious memory. Whether it is picnic, movie date, dinner plans, anything that takes them down the memory lane is a great opportunity. And at the end of the day you can surprise them with a proposal.

How about the place you first met?

Another great idea for proposal is the first place you met, or the place you realised you loved them. You can arrange a trip to that exact spot. Then you can remind them of that special memory, and then get down on one knee and propose.