BG brides, you all loved the celeb-inspired save the date and wedding video we blogged about a couple of weeks ago. Now, the newest trend for grooms is to hire a paparazzo to take snapshots while they pop the question — all without their new fiancé knowing!

Here's how it works: Guys contact a service like Pap the Question (run by celeb-chaser-cum-proposal-maker James Ambler) to plan the proposal, so that the photog knows exactly where the couple will be positioned and can document them without being spotted. Then they edit the photos and send the prints (along with a DVD) a few weeks later to the unsuspecting, elated bride-to-be. 

James Ambler recently told The Today Show that, "The beauty of having pictures taken without being seen is that you're capturing raw emotion."

Your engagement day is so emotional that it often passes by in a blur — we love the idea of capturing this moment on film forever. Plus, if he proposes in private, your Mom and best friend can share in the joy afterwards by watching how the scene unfolded (or you can just look through them every day yourself for an instant pick-me-up any time you're feeling down!) 

First anniversary is paper, 25th is silver, 50th is... billboard? That's what Colorado resident Lee Bolin did to mark his 50th anniversary with his beloved wife, Mickey. 

                                Photo courtesy of Adweek

To unveil the billboard, Lee blindfolded Mickey and drove her to the location. She was completely surprised and says it's one of the best gifts he's ever given her. 

Check out the video!

—Kristen O'Gorman Klein