Photographs by Julie Jordan
On her courting 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 acquired engaged. Right here, Claire and Luis inform us their proposal story, together with a character take a look at and delightful view…
What drew you to 1 one other?
Claire: I’m a really introverted individual and needed to seek out that in a accomplice. On first dates, I’d all the time ask, ‘Are you an introvert or an extrovert?’ Once we met, Luis informed me, ‘Okay, what are you seeing proper now could be essentially the most extroverted I may be. I’m often very introverted.’ We’re actually appropriate when it comes to who we’re.
Claire, trying again on the day, have been there indicators? Did Luis appear nervous?
Claire: Effectively, Luis is all the time type of nervous. [Luis laughs.]
What did you propose for the proposal?
Luis: We first went to an acrobatic present referred to as Expensive 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 stunning views of the bay, and I’d employed a photographer to fulfill 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 preserve their backs straight and it appears dangerous in images. Strolling as much as the park, I stored serious about my posture.
Claire, when did you notice what was taking place?
Claire: We have been within the park and I heard a digicam 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 prompt taking images 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 utterly 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 improper that may make one individual not need to proceed. However, for us, the alternative 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.)
