Photographs by Julie Jordan
On her relationship profile, Claire Vu requested guys to advocate music she may dance to. Luis Ramirez responded by sending her a playlist. Quickly they went on a primary date, and two years later, they bought engaged. Right here, Claire and Luis inform us their proposal story, together with a persona take a look at and delightful view…
What drew you to 1 one other?
Claire: I’m a really introverted particular person and needed to seek out that in a associate. On first dates, I’d at all times ask, ‘Are you an introvert or an extrovert?’ After we met, Luis advised me, ‘Okay, what are you seeing proper now’s essentially the most extroverted I might be. I’m often very introverted.’ We’re actually suitable by way of who we’re.
Claire, wanting again on the day, have been there indicators? Did Luis appear nervous?
Claire: Effectively, Luis is at all times sort of nervous. [Luis laughs.]
What did you propose for the proposal?
Luis: We first went to an acrobatic present referred to as Pricey San Francisco, after which I’d made a reservation for a elaborate dinner later that night time. In between, we walked to Ina Coolbrith Park, which is completely underrated. It has lovely views of the bay, and I’d employed a photographer to satisfy us there.
Luis, whilst you have been strolling to the park after the present, what was occurring in your thoughts?
Luis: My coworker as soon as confirmed me a TikTok about how when guys get down on one knee to suggest, they don’t hold their backs straight and it appears to be like dangerous in pictures. Strolling as much as the park, I saved serious about my posture.
Claire, when did you understand what was occurring?
Claire: We have been within the park and I heard a digital camera click on. I regarded over and noticed the photographer, after which Luis began tearing up. He stated, ‘For the previous two years…’ and after that it’s a little bit of a blur. Now I perceive the trope of individuals forgetting to say ‘sure’ within the second!
How did you are feeling after the proposal?
Luis: I may see that she was in a daze. We walked over to the photographer, Julie, and I launched them. Then I recommended taking pictures in Chinatown earlier than dinner — we’d had actually significant early dates there. Inside 5 minutes, Claire started brainstorming spots to take photos.
Claire: Yeah, I went from being fully clueless to, Okay, I’m able to artwork direct!
How did you finish the day?
Luis: We went to dinner at Cotogna to have fun. Particularly on the apps, there are such a lot of little issues that may go fallacious that may make one particular person not wish to proceed. However, for us, the other occurred.
Claire: I really feel extremely fortunate that I discovered Luis. As a result of we’re each introverts, the chances of us assembly at a celebration are very, very low. [Both laugh.]
Thanks a lot for sharing your engagement story, Luis and Claire!
P.S. Extra proposal tales, and “my favourite second of my wedding ceremony.”
(Photographs by Julie Jordan.)
