The only way I can describe this first encounter is love at first sight, Rachel says.
There was an instant attraction and magnetism between us.
After the dinner, everyone went to Le Bain at the Standard.
Photo: Andy Martinez
Chaday noticed and intercepted me at the door.
What was meant to be a Diotima and Palm Heights weekend celebration, also became an impromptu engagement party.
(A much larger event took place earlier this month.)
It was quick and all solidified in the days leading up to the wedding.
The event planning teamSAA Brooklynexecuted everything with such finesse.
I wanted to wear pieces that were entirely crafted by hand, she says.
Having the energy and love of the people I collaborate with for Diotima was important for me.
Meanwhile, their friend and collaborator Joey George did the couples hair.
And for Chaday, he did an asymmetrical look with five braids coming forward on one side.
We wrote our own vows and both read a piece of poetry to each other, Rachel says.
Chaday read a piece, again by Audre Lorde, and I read a piece by Angela Davis.
It was a windy day and during our vows the wind picked up furiouslyit was magical.
I felt an incredible amount of joy and excitement, and the love in the room was oceanic.
