Ladies, it’s that time again…

We’ve been waiting patiently for FOUR years now. Finally, this February 2012 is a leap year… our chance to take control! The ball is in our court so let’s activate: Operation Marriage Proposal.

I’ve been asked many times by anxious women how to propose to their man. What is the best way to get the result they want: ‘YES’. Men are a tricky breed. Sudden, impulsive proposals can confuse them and may trigger a knee jerk reaction like: ‘NO’. The trick is to use stealth, a gradual charm offensive and then round off with a big finale.

Step #1: Plan & time your marriage proposal carefully

Give yourself a few weeks build up to the big night.

Make sure you are well groomed and looking fine all the time. Even if you are putting the bins out, the extra effort may not register at first but subliminally your man will be noticing how hot you are and how lucky he is.

Endurance – Do his laundry and take him to his favourite restaurant… even if that’s McDonalds (endure it) and think of the bigger picture. If he is into sport, take him to see a game or buy him those concert tickets for that dreadful rock band he was into at college. You get the picture: show that you have become the ideal woman without making a big deal about it (as if you were ever anything else!)

Step #2: The fun part: Burlesque classes

Take yourself off for some burlesque classes! We recommend Burlesque Baby. A short course in the art of tease will be an invaluable tool to getting your own way and a lot of fun for you too.

Step #3: The shopping: Nipple tassels & pasties

Invest in some saucy nipple tassels and accessories to go with your new burlesque routines.
We recommend Holloway Smith Noir. They make all my nipple tassels and merkins and can even personalize them for you (below left).

Pick out some sexy lingerie, it just works. For a bit of faux vintage glamour we recommend What Katie Did (below right).

Step #4: The night of the wedding proposal

Take your man to a top notch burlesque club (obviously we recommend Wam Bam Club) …Or stay in and watch a saucy movie. Even better if there are cars and guns as this will make him feel comfortable… more ideal if there are some steamy scenes with scantily clad ladies. This will definitely get him in the mood.

Oh and don’t forget the champagne. Bubbles make the world go round.

THEN POUNCE!

Treat your intended to a private burlesque routine ‘for his eyes only.’ A fan dance or a strip tease will work a treat. By the end, he’ll be head over heels. Then simply whisper in his ears… “Marry me”

JOB DONE – next stop engagement party. Good luck ladies and happy leap year!

Lady Alex xx