Stella and Ariana's Proposal — Alexa Peretz: Destination and Unique Event Planner in NY and California

Proposal Magic in 10 Days NYC

When Stella reached out just ten days before she planned to propose to Ariana, the timeline was tight—but the vision was clear. The two were attending a taping of Watch What Happens Live to see Ariana’s favorite Housewife, Heather Dubrow, and Stella knew the evening already held meaning. She wanted to build something around it that felt deeply personal, emotionally grounded, and unmistakably theirs.

As a NYC proposal planner, these are the moments that matter most—when instinct, trust, and creativity converge under pressure.

What followed was a whirlwind of coordination, discretion, and belief. An Etsy witch was enlisted to assist with the weather—because when something matters this much, you honor every ritual that brings peace of mind. Vendor partners reshuffled schedules, expedited sourcing, and moved with urgency and care. Within days, we transformed an idea into a fully realized, private proposal at their residence overlooking New York City.

The design centered on florals in vivid pink and orange tones—an intentional and joyful celebration of their identity as a lesbian couple. The palette felt bold, romantic, and proud, reflecting both softness and strength. Every bloom was chosen not just for beauty, but for meaning.

A fringed umbrella stood nearby, instantly evocative of Palm Springs—one of Stella and Ariana’s favorite destinations. It served as both visual anchor and emotional reference point, transporting them to a place that symbolized freedom, warmth, and shared memory. These layered design elements are at the heart of what defines a truly custom NYC proposal: not decoration, but storytelling.

To complete the evening, we hired a private chef to prepare an intimate dinner in their home. As the city stretched out before them, they were able to slow down, savor the moment, and exist fully inside it. The atmosphere was quiet, intentional, and deeply personal—proof that the most powerful proposals are not defined by scale, but by authenticity.

Despite the ten-day timeline, every element felt effortless in execution. That is the role of an experienced proposal planner in New York City: to carry the logistics, protect the surprise, and create space for emotion to unfold naturally.

This proposal was never about spectacle. It was about recognition—of identity, of partnership, of the life Stella and Ariana were choosing together. Against the odds and the clock, we created something lasting. A moment suspended in time, grounded in meaning, and entirely their own.

At Alexa Peretz Events, we specialize in NYC proposal planning, working closely with clients to design highly personal, design-forward proposals across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and private residences throughout New York City. Whether working within a condensed timeline or planning months in advance, our role is to transform vision into reality—seamlessly, discreetly, and beautifully.

Because the best proposals don’t just happen. They’re built with intention.