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Santa Barbara beach proposal

Nelson’s Santa Barbara beach proposal to his now-fiancée Jamie was the ultimate surprise! On a vacation to Santa Barbara, California (the couple is based in New Jersey), Nelson enlisted the help of his sister and her husband to set up a ton of orchid and rose petals leading to a sweet lounge with a cozy blanket, pillows, framed photos of the couple, and a bottle of celebratory Dom Perignon. A casual pre-sunset walk on the beach at Mesa Lane turned into the surprise proposal of Jamie’s dreams! When they rounded the corner on the beach, Jamie’s jaw dropped in surprise. Nelson got down on one knee in a heart-shaped arrangement of bright fuchsia orchid blossoms and asked Jamie if she would do him the honor of becoming his wife.

Of course, she said yes! Jamie had a feeling the proposal was coming, but she wasn’t expecting it on their trip to Southern California to visit Nelson’s sister, so she was definitely swept off her feet. And her cushion cut diamond engagement ring with a halo setting in white gold is STUNNING!

If you’re looking for a beautiful California destination to propose, it doesn’t get much better than this Santa Barbara beach proposal at Mesa Lane Beach! Get in touch to let us know how we can help with your plans for a surprise proposal.

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Location: Mesa Lane Beach

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