How Travis Kelce transformed his garden to ask the big question

After two years of romance that captivated millions, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have taken the next step. Now that the couple confirmed their wedding news on Tuesday with a dreamy photoshoot posted to Instagram, leaving Swift’s 281 million followers swooning, many are dissecting the images, which feature Taylor Swift’s jaw-dropping wedding ring.

The engagement reveal looked like something lifted from a fairytale. Surrounded by lavish arrangements of pink, red, and white flowers, the NFL superstar dropped to one knee beneath a romantic floral arch. Swift, glowing in a striped silk-blend Ralph Lauren sundress, proudly showed off her dazzling new ring, sparking a frenzy online.

The post, which Swift cheekily captioned “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married,” quickly racked up more than 24 million likes within 24 hours, proving once again that everything she touches turns into a cultural moment.

The Secret Location

Fans immediately wondered where this magical proposal would take place. Thanks to a little digging, the answer adds even more meaning to the milestone. According to an unearthed Zillow listing, the enchanted setting was none other than the backyard of Kelce’s $6 million mansion in Leawood, Kansas.

This wasn’t just any backdrop. Kelce purchased the sprawling 16,921-square-foot property back in October 2023, just weeks after making his relationship with Swift public. The move symbolized a fresh chapter in his life, and now, nearly two years later, that same space set the stage for one of the biggest moments of their love story.

A Home Transformed for Love

When Kelce first bought the property, its grounds looked nothing like the lush paradise seen in the engagement photos. The backyard was fairly plain with a few scattered plants, wood chips, and a wrought iron gazebo. But over the past two years, Kelce clearly invested time and effort to create a garden oasis.

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Today, the backyard bursts with color and life. Pots of blooming flowers, manicured greenery, and elegant rock features surround the couple in their photos. And while Kelce kept touches of the original design, like the charming brick walkway and those signature white planters, he completely reimagined the gazebo. Once a simple bench under ironwork, it’s now a storybook-worthy centerpiece for his and Swift’s romantic milestone.

A Love That Captivated the World

Their relationship, which began in 2023, has been one of the most-watched celebrity romances in years. From Swift’s NFL stadium appearances to Kelce’s shoutouts during concerts, the two seamlessly blended their worlds of music and sports, winning over fans everywhere.

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Now, their engagement cements them as a power couple for the ages. For Swifties and sports fans alike, the news is thrilling and sentimental. And as for what’s next? Wedding bells, of course.