Nashville Fashion Week has announced Rhea Daniels, the founder and creative director of PapierDoll Factory, as the eleventh Nashville Fashion Forward Fund recipient.
A committee from the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee selected Rhea from a diverse group of experienced fashion industry applicants, based on her submission that adhered to specific criteria established by the Nashville Fashion Forward Fund co-founders in 2010.
Founded in 2018, Papierdoll Factory blends avant-garde resort wear with cultural consciousness. Rhea’s upbringing in Clarksville, Tennessee, amidst the diversity of a military town, has influenced the brand’s ethos. Papierdoll Factory celebrates the world’s myriad cultures through high-quality, bespoke designs.
“I am profoundly honored to be named the recipient of the 2023 Nashville Fashion Forward Fund," says Daniels. "This grant empowers us to further our mission of style and inclusivity by focusing on professional development, securing federal contracts, and establishing international trade. We aim to expand our presence within the American Armed Forces Exchange Service, bringing our unique fashion solutions to military communities worldwide. This opportunity is not just a milestone for Papierdoll Factory but a step towards a more interconnected and stylish world.”