A Rooftop Proposal with Eiffel Tower Views at the Shangri-La Paris

Dharr surprised Laura with a rooftop proposal at the Shangri-La Paris overlooking the Eiffel Tower, captured by Adagion Studio.

By Elena Moretti | Published 10 June 2020

A Rooftop Proposal with Eiffel Tower Views at the Shangri-La Paris

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Hotel/Boutique Hotel

Hotel Shangri-La Paris

Île-de-France · Paris

Up to 500 guests

From €7,200 4.7 (3371)

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Hotel Shangri-La Paris

Île-de-France · Paris

Up to 500 guests

From €7,200 4.7 (3371)

Dharr planned a surprise proposal for Laura on the private rooftop terrace of the Hotel Shangri-La Paris, a luxury hotel with iconic Eiffel Tower views in Ile-de-France. Coordinated by The Proposers and captured by Adagion Studio, the moment unfolded with a string quartet, white candles, and the sparkling tower as their backdrop.

Photography

Adagion Studio

Venue

Hotel Shangri-La Paris, Paris

Region

Île-de-France, France

Couple

Laura & Dharr

Couple Portraits

Couple holding hands on a candlelit Paris rooftop terrace with the Eiffel Tower in the background at dusk

A marriage proposal taking place on an outdoor rooftop terrace in Paris, with the Eiffel Tower centered directly behind the couple. A man in a dark navy suit is down on one knee, holding the hand of a woman wearing a blush pink floor-length gown with a cutout back detail. The terrace is styled with dozens of tall glass candlestick holders and low votive candles creating a warm, glowing ambiance across the foreground. To the left, a female violinist in all black plays beside a music stand. In the background, a white-draped table with a white floral arrangement is visible. The composition is a wide portrait-style shot capturing the full scene from the couple to the iconic tower. Potential venue feature image.

A couple celebrates on an outdoor rooftop terrace in Paris at dusk, with the illuminated Eiffel Tower visible and softly blurred in the background. The man wears a dark navy suit with a white dress shirt and no tie, while the woman wears a blush pink skirt and white long-sleeve top, with statement drop earrings and long dark hair; she is holding a champagne bottle. The two are embracing and laughing together, shot at close to medium portrait range with warm chandelier lighting visible on either side of the frame creating a golden ambient glow. The blue-hour sky and lit Eiffel Tower backdrop suggest this is an engagement or post-proposal celebration shoot rather than a wedding day itself.

A couple stands face-to-face holding hands on a rooftop terrace in Paris, with the Eiffel Tower prominently visible in the background at dusk. The woman wears a floor-length blush pink off-the-shoulder dress and the man is dressed in a dark navy suit with black trousers. The terrace is decorated with dozens of tall glass candlestick holders at varying heights, all lit with white candles, creating a warm glowing atmosphere around the couple. A small arrangement of white florals is visible on a table in the background, and the composition is a mid-range portrait shot taken from slightly above ground level with the candle installations framing the foreground.

Adagion Studio captured Laura and Dharr on the terrace as the Eiffel Tower sparkled behind them, champagne in hand and pure joy in every frame. The couple's portraits moved naturally between tender embraces and bursts of laughter, the rooftop setting lending each image a cinematic quality. Paris at dusk became the perfect canvas for their newly engaged celebration.

Flat Lays

A marriage proposal taking place on a rooftop terrace in Paris, with the Eiffel Tower visible directly behind the couple in the background. The man is down on one knee proposing to a woman wearing a blush pink floor-length gown, while she reacts with her hands raised to her face. The terrace is styled with dozens of tall glass cylinder candle holders of varying heights, all lit, arranged across the floor to create a dramatic candlelit setting. Two violinists dressed in black are positioned to the left, playing for the couple during the proposal. The wide shot captures the full scene including the city skyline at dusk. Potential venue feature image.

Close-up detail shot of two hands raising champagne flutes in a toast, likely during a cocktail hour or reception celebration. The bride's hand, featuring a large oval diamond engagement ring and pink manicured nails, holds one flute, while the groom's hand, partially visible in a dark suit jacket, holds the other. The flutes contain rosé champagne, and warm golden bokeh lights are visible in the blurred background against a cool blue ambient light, creating a strong contrast between warm and cool tones. The image is tightly framed on the glasses and hands, emphasizing the ring as a focal detail.

A couple shares an intimate moment on an open-air rooftop terrace in Paris, with the Eiffel Tower prominently visible in the background at dusk. The woman wears a dusty rose floor-length gown and the man is dressed in a dark navy suit, and they are embracing face-to-face in what appears to be a proposal or romantic portrait session. The terrace is styled with dozens of tall glass taper candle holders arranged across the floor, all lit, alongside a small round table adorned with a white floral arrangement of what appear to be roses and white blooms. To the left, a female violinist in dark clothing is seated and performing, adding a live music element to the setup. The overall decor palette is white and warm candlelight, creating a classic, intimate atmosphere. Wide-shot composition capturing the full scene and the iconic Parisian backdrop.

Close-up detail shot of two hands clinking glasses of rosé champagne, likely during a toast at a reception or cocktail hour. One hand belongs to a person in a white dress shirt and suit jacket, while the other hand — wearing a large diamond engagement ring and pink nail polish — belongs to the bride. The background features tall glass cylinder candle holders with lit white pillar candles and what appears to be a gold champagne bottle, creating a warm amber glow against a deep blue background. White florals are partially visible at the bottom of the frame. The overall decor palette is modern and warm, combining candlelight with a cool evening ambiance.

The private terrace was dressed with long-stem white candles, floral arrangements, and soft lighting that framed the Eiffel Tower view. A string quartet's instruments rested alongside champagne flutes and gold-accented table settings in the warm evening glow. Each detail shot captured the meticulous planning by The Proposers, from handwritten tags to the sparkling ring against the Parisian skyline.

More from the Day

A couple shares a romantic moment on an outdoor rooftop terrace in Paris, with the illuminated Eiffel Tower and a large fireworks display visible directly behind them in the deep blue evening sky. The woman wears a floor-length dusty mauve gown and the man is dressed in a dark suit, and they stand at a small white table adorned with a tall arrangement of white flowers. The foreground is filled with rows of tall crystal candelabras and glass cylinder candle holders casting warm golden light across the terrace, creating a formal, modern decor scheme in gold and white tones. This is a wide editorial-style shot that frames the couple between the candle installations with the Parisian skyline as a dramatic backdrop.

A couple shares a kiss during what appears to be an outdoor rooftop reception at dusk, with a city skyline visible in the background. The groom wears a navy suit with a bow tie, while the bride wears an off-the-shoulder blush/rose gold gown with a gold belt detail and statement drop earrings. The foreground is filled with numerous lit taper candles in tall glass holders creating a warm bokeh effect, alongside a lush arrangement of white and ivory flowers — likely roses and hydrangeas — on what appears to be a reception table. The overall decor palette is gold, blush, and white with a modern, upscale aesthetic. This is a portrait-style shot with intentional foreground bokeh from the candlelight framing the couple.

Aesthetic

Romantic

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Bride's Dress

The Wedding Team

Venue

Hotel Shangri-la Paris

Videography

Oryx Productions

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The Venue

The couple chose Hotel Shangri-La Paris, a hotel/boutique hotel in Île-de-France.

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Hotel Shangri-La Paris

Île-de-France · Paris

A five-star luxury hotel housed in the former private residence of Prince Roland Bonaparte, a French Historical Monument in the prestigious 16th arrondissement of Paris, combining European grandeur with Asian hospitality.

Up to 500 guests

From €7,200 4.7 (3371)

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