MICKNICS — FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Everything you want to know about our proposal planning and styling services — answered. Have a question not covered here? Reach out at contact@micknics.com or call 443-371-3914!
We handle every single detail of your proposal setup so that when the moment comes all you have to do is show up and ask. We design and style the full scene — arch, florals, candles, signage and all the finishing touches — set everything up completely out of sight and return to break it all down after the celebration. You focus on the moment. We handle everything else.
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Simple & Timeless — Starting at $950: Full setup, breakdown and cleanup. Includes a "Will You Marry Me" sign and a styled arch with faux florals and candles.
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All-Inclusive Proposal — Starting at $1,500–$2,500: Full planning and coordination, vendor sourcing, styled arch, aisle florals, fresh bouquet, champagne and strawberries.
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Celebrate with Your People — Starting at $3,000–$10,000: Full planning and coordination for larger group proposals, vendor sourcing, full styling, fresh bouquet, champagne and strawberries.
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Hotel Room Proposal Styling — Starting at $595: In-room setup with LED candles, rose petals, balloon accents and a celebration sign.
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Fresh-cut flower bouquet — $75
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Chocolate-covered strawberries and champagne toast — $75
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Sweetheart Package (hotel, Airbnb or home setup with heart balloons, rose petals, candles, flutes and a celebration sign) — $350
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Vendor sourcing and coordination (photographer, videographer, venue and more) — Starting at $75
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Private intimate dinner for two with personal chef — Starting at $375
We take confidentiality very seriously! Our team maintains strict privacy around all proposal details — timing, location and setup. We coordinate only with you and arrive early to set everything up completely out of sight before your partner arrives. We are not liable if the surprise is unintentionally revealed due to circumstances outside of our direct control such as the recipient arriving early or third-party disclosure — but we do everything in our power to protect the moment!
Our team sets everything up and then clears the area completely before your partner arrives. The moment is entirely yours. After the celebration we return at the agreed time to break everything down.
We always build buffer time into our setup plan but if your partner arrives unexpectedly before setup is complete we'll do everything we can to adapt quickly. This is why we always recommend building extra time into the schedule — we'll talk through the timing strategy during your consultation.
Absolutely! If you need help finding the perfect spot we're happy to assist with location scouting and suggestions. We know beautiful locations across Maryland, DC, Virginia, Delaware and Pennsylvania and love helping you find somewhere meaningful.
Some public locations do require permits for styled setups. Any permit requirements for your chosen location are the responsibility of the client but we'll let you know during your consultation if a permit is likely needed and guide you through the process.
For outdoor proposals we monitor weather conditions closely and will recommend an alternate setup plan if conditions are unsafe. We'll notify you as early as possible of any recommended changes. We always recommend having a backup indoor option in mind just in case!
For the Simple & Timeless package you would arrange your own photographer. For the All-Inclusive and Group packages vendor sourcing and coordination is included — we can help connect you with photographers, videographers and other vendors and coordinate all the logistics. Vendor sourcing can also be added as an add-on to any package starting at $75.
That works perfectly! We'll coordinate with your photographer just like any other vendor — confirming their arrival time, briefing them on the setup and making sure they're in position before you arrive.
Yes! You can choose your arch shape — heart, circle, square or curved — and your color palette — red, pink, white or custom faux floral arrangements upon request. We share the full design direction with you for approval before anything is finalized so you know exactly what to expect.
Inspiration images and mood boards are used as design guidance. Each setup is uniquely styled to fit your vision, location and available materials. We make every reasonable effort to honor your preferences and will share the design direction with you for approval before the event day.
We recommend booking at least 4–8 weeks in advance to allow time for design planning, sourcing and vendor coordination. For last-minute proposals please reach out — we'll do our best to accommodate!
A 50% non-refundable retainer and signed contract are both required to officially secure your date. Your date is not reserved until both are received.
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Booking within 8–14 days — full payment due at booking
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Booking within 15–30 days — 50% retainer + remaining due 7 days before
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Booking 31–180 days out — 50% retainer + remaining due 14 days before
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Booking 180+ days out — flexible installment plan available, final payment due 14 days before
Once your retainer and contract are received you'll get a welcome questionnaire asking about you and your partner — how you met, their style and personality, your preferred location and any special details you'd like incorporated. This is how we make sure the setup feels personal and not generic. From there we begin building your design direction and share it with you for approval before anything is finalized!
We'd love to help you plan the most unforgettable moment. Book your complimentary consultation today!
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