Rachel Scott, the fashion designer behind the brand Diotima, met Chaday Scott at an event for ConnekJa, an organization they co-founded for the LGBTQIA+ community in Jamaica and worldwide. They felt an instant attraction and began a months-long courtship, traveling between New York and Kingston. In the summer of 2023, Chaday proposed to Rachel at Palm Heights in Grand Cayman, with friends celebrating the surprise engagement. On their two-year anniversary, Rachel surprised Chaday with a rooftop proposal at the Rockaway Hotel. The couple had a civil ceremony at City Hall and later celebrated with a larger event.
The couple’s springtime civil ceremony at City Hall was intimate, with two close friends in attendance. They then enjoyed cocktails and dinner at Nine Orchard and King. Rachel describes the wedding planning process as non-traditional but meaningful, resembling planning a fashion show or event. They wanted to find a balance that reflected both their personal styles and their respective worlds. The event planning team at SSA Brooklyn executed the details with finesse, creating a special day for the couple.
Rachel and Chaday’s relationship blossomed after their initial meeting at the ConnekJa event, with trips between New York and Kingston solidifying their connection. The memorable proposal at Palm Heights in Grand Cayman, overlooking the Caribbean Sea, was a surprise that turned into an impromptu engagement party. Celebrating their two-year anniversary with a rooftop proposal at the Rockaway Hotel, Rachel and Chaday’s love story continued to evolve in beautiful and unexpected ways.
The couple’s journey from initial attraction at the ConnekJa event to an intimate civil ceremony at City Hall reflects their commitment to each other and the LGBTQIA+ community. Their wedding planning process was a reflection of their unique styles and values, with a balance of tradition and personal touch. With the support of friends and a skilled event planning team, Rachel and Chaday created a celebration that honored their love and the worlds they have both created.
Rachel and Chaday’s love story, from meeting at a ConnekJa event to proposing at Palm Heights in Grand Cayman and finally celebrating their civil ceremony at City Hall, is a testament to their deep connection and shared values. Their wedding planning process, guided by their individual styles and desires, resulted in a meaningful and beautiful celebration of love. With the support of their community and expert event planners, Rachel and Chaday created a wedding day that was a true reflection of their journey together.
