2.       For the wine lover: One of our past couples used to keep an empty wine bottle from each and every one of their romantic dinner dates...these bottles were stored in their cellar. One evening the bride came home to find the house filled with candles and a trail of these collectable wine bottles leading her to the cellar. Once downstairs she came across a romantically laid dinner table and the final wine bottle had a note inside. Extracting the note she read the words “will you marry me” and looked up to find her fiancé bent on one knee offering up a beautiful diamond ring.

3.       For the dramatic: Get in touch with the stage manager from one of the smaller theatres in town. Arrange to have the cast display the words “will you marry me Susan” (obviously inserting the appropriate name so she knows who it’s intended for). This can be displayed at the end of the production and we guarantee a standing ovation!

4.       For the adventurous: Arrange for the divers in the shark tank at the Cape Town aquarium to display waterproof signs that say “will you marry me”. This would require some coordination around timing but will be an excursion she will never forget!

5.       For the exercise enthusiast: Have a friend set up a picnic in a park, nature reserve or along a hiking trail. Take your partner for a walk / hike along this route, eventually stumbling upon the surprise "proposal picnic."

6.       For the high flyer: Plan a romantic holiday or even just a weekend away which requires a domestic flight. With some careful planning it may be possible to use the plane's loud-speaker system allowing you to propose at 35,000 feet.

7.       For the movie buff: Ask one of the smaller neighbourhood theatres (Cinema Noveau or The Labia) to run an add featuring your proposal and make sure you get there in time for the previews.

8.       For the social animal: Gather a bunch of your friends and family for a party. Have everyone in attendance put on a T-shirt bearing one of the letters in the phrase "Will You Marry Me?" When you walk in the room with your girlfriend, suggest a group picture and let the shirts speak for themselves.

9.       For those seeking a more demure approach: Slip the ring on her finger while she's sleeping and wake her with champagne and strawberries. At first, the gesture will simply seem romantic. The real surprise comes when she notices her new piece of jewellery.

10.   For the foodie: Make reservations at your favourite restaurant and then ask the pastry chef to write, "Will you marry me?" in chocolate sauce around the rim of her dessert plate.

11.   For the quirky couple: Spell your proposal out in glow-in-the-dark star stickers on your ceiling. Get into bed, turn the lights off, and wait for the inevitable gasp.

12.   For the family orientated couple: Gather your families together for a summer braai and make it a family affair by proposing amidst your loved ones.

13.   For the simple romantic: Tie a red velvet ribbon from one place in your home to another. Along the way, attach little notes recalling perfect moments in your relationship. Wait at the last stop – ring in hand and ready to sweep her off her feet.

14.   For the uber romantic: Meet for a drink at a hotel bar. Ensure you select a hotel that will impress her! When it's time to go, casually mention that you've already reserved a room for the night. When you open the hotel room door, have roses, candles, and champagne all set up and then drop to one knee!

15. For a bit of cheese: Make a list of ten reasons you'd like to marry your loved one. Have them delivered to her office one at a time over the course of a day. The last card should host the big question and arrive by personal messenger (you) along with the ring.