Suit tailor-made for men in Paris.

Rives was born out of a conviction: one can master all the codes of sartorialism and still dare to break away from them. Our designers know the rules of classic tailoring inside and out—precisely so they know when to reinterpret them. Lightened shoulders, controlled proportions, clean and elongated lines: the Rives silhouette is recognizable for its precision and lightness, a far cry from the stiff, starched suits of the past.

This signature style is evident in the details you notice from the very first time you try it on. The split epaulet provides natural structure. The collar is mounted on hand-shaped horsehair interlining to gently hug the nape of the neck without feeling stiff. The lengths are calculated to the centimeter to elongate the silhouette. Discover our tailoring expertise in Paris.

At RIVES, we seamlessly blend sartorial heritage with contemporary design. We focus on the overall harmony of your suit—from the lapels to the shoulder line to the drape of the Trousers—to enhance your natural posture.

Combined with exceptional fabrics and precise craftsmanship, our designs strike the perfect balance between comfort, elegance, and personality with each fitting. Discover the spirit of our Parisian fashion house.

The term “tailor-made” is often used incorrectly. Here is the distinction as tailors understand it.

Ready-to-wear clothing is mass-produced in standard sizes (48, 50, 52). You can shorten a sleeve or take in the waist, but the cut is still based on an average body type: designed to fit everyone, it doesn’t fit anyone perfectly.

At RIVES, we practice traditional semi-custom tailoring, a far cry from industrial standards. Whereas industrial semi-custom tailoring simply alters an existing pattern with very limited options, we create a custom pattern for each client. Our designers don’t just take measurements—they analyze your posture, a lower shoulder, or a curved bust to interpret your measurements in line with your desired look. This artisanal approach offers you complete creative freedom, an infinite selection of fabrics, and finishes crafted in intimate, small-scale workshops.

Our standards and quality thus rival those of made-to-measure tailoring, with one key difference: in made-to-measure tailoring, the master tailor who takes your measurements is the same one who sews the entire garment. This is an exceptional process that requires between 6 and 9 months of patience and costs two to three times as much. By combining the precision of a one-of-a-kind pattern with traditional craftsmanship, RIVES offers you a garment of equivalent quality, perfectly tailored to your figure and archived for your future creations.

The drape of a jacket begins with the fabric itself. At Rives, you can choose from over 6,000 styles—constantly updated—from brands such as Loro Piana, Ermenegildo Zegna, Holland & Sherry, Dormeuil, and Drapers. The soft, velvety feel of flannel, the crisp texture of cool wool, the subtle sheen of mohair, the softness of cashmere, the structure of Japanese gabardine, the freshness of linen: we unfold the bundles, crumple a corner of the fabric in our fist, and hold it up to the window to see it in natural light.

A tailor’s tip: The “Super” number (Super 110’s, 150’s, etc.) indicates the fineness of the yarn, not the quality of the suit. A Super 180’s fabric feels luxurious to the touch, but it’s too delicate for a suit worn three times a week. For a first business suit, we recommend a wool weight of 260 to 300 g, in Super 110’s to 130’s, which will stand the test of time and the changing seasons. To learn more: Your first tailor-made suit—which color and fabric to choose.

Our costumes are made in a traditional workshop in Porto, in northern Portugal, where the craft has been passed down through three generations. We chose this workshop for the quality of its craftsmanship and its ability to bring our designs to life, down to the most unique details.

This craftsmanship is evident in the construction of every piece. In a jacket, the horsehair interlining gives the front structure while preserving its suppleness. The way the collar is assembled determines how it sits on the nape of the neck; the construction of the lapels defines their line and their roll. Hand-finished details complete this precision work. Every step enhances the cut and silhouette, without drawing attention to itself.

This process continues in Paris during the fittings. In the workshop adjacent to our store, final adjustments are made to refine the fit so it closely follows your silhouette.

The Rives service is available exclusively by appointment, so that your time in the store is entirely your own.

The Exchange

Your lifestyle (work, travel, dinners, special occasions), your sources of inspiration, what you love, and what you can no longer stand in your closet. The stylist listens, shows you options, and sketches an initial design.

Taking Measurements and Choosing the Material

Measurements, assessing the wearer’s posture, and then all the decisions: fabric, lining, lapels, pockets, buttons, darts, waist shaping, and lengths. Nothing is standardized; everything is chosen.

Trying on clothes

You’ll see your suit in action, as you move. Our tailors observe how the jacket and trousers drape, check for comfort, and fine-tune the final details of the fit. Our on-site workshop allows us—when adjustments permit—to schedule multiple fittings in a single day to meet a tight deadline.

Your pattern and preferences are then saved by the House. For your future pieces, they serve as a foundation that we adapt to your new preferences, without having to start from scratch each time.

At the office

Designed to be worn all day long, a work suit should offer comfort and move with you without feeling restrictive. Its cut maintains a clean line; the choice of fabric and color gives the silhouette its character. Twill wool, cool-weather wool, or flannel, in shades of Navy blue or grey: each option suits the season and your preferences. Discover our grey flannel suit among our business and casual collections, as well as our full range of tailor-made men’s suits.

For occasions that require a certain dress code

Some events may require a tailor-made tuxedo, complete with satin lapels and a bow tie. A wedding, on the other hand, often unfolds in several stages. For your big day, our stylists will work with you to create your wedding suit and all your outfits, ensuring you’re dressed for every occasion—from the ceremony at city hall to the brunch the next day.

On the weekend and between seasons

A tailor-made jacket or blazer, tailor-made pleated trousers, a tailor-made coat to get you through the winter: tailor-made clothing isn’t limited to suits.

Pieces that complete the look

Tailor-made shirts, shoes, and accessories. And to give the gift of this experience, the Rives gift card.

The price covers the entire process: style consultation, measurements, pattern creation, fittings, and final alterations. Here are our starting prices:

The final price depends mainly on the fabric. Certain options (traditional full interlining, rare fabric, development of a custom pattern) may affect the price; these options are always presented to you before you place your order. Please see our pricing and lead times.

Allow 5 weeks from the time measurements are taken: this includes pattern-making, cutting, and tailoring in the workshop. For a tight deadline, an express service allows us to complete a suit in about two weeks (10 business days), for an additional fee, subject to workshop availability and excluding July and August. For a wedding or special occasion, we recommend that you contact us at least two months in advance. True luxury is having plenty of time.

Our boutique is located in a Haussmann-style building in the 8th arrondissement, between La Madeleine and the Saint-Lazare train station. You’ll enter by appointment, make yourself comfortable, and take the time to feel the fabrics and talk about yourself. The alteration studio is right next door: your suit never has far to travel. Plan your visit to our showroom—our teams will be delighted to welcome you.

At Rives, a tailor-made two-piece suit starts at €1,350 and a three-piece suit at €1,690, including consultation, pattern drafting, fittings, and alterations. The price varies mainly depending on the fabric.

It all depends on the type of semi-custom and tailor-made items:

• Industrial semi-custom tailoring involves adjusting a pre-existing pattern based on a few basic measurements, with limited customization options.
• Our traditional semi-custom approach (a hallmark of RIVES’ expertise) goes much further: it creates a unique pattern for each customer by analyzing their body type and posture. It offers complete creative freedom, an endless selection of fabrics, and artisanal craftsmanship in our workshop, resulting in quality on par with tailor-made garments.
• High-end tailoring (true tailor-made) takes exclusivity to the extreme: the person who takes your measurements is the master tailor who sews the entire garment. This is a high-end process that takes 6 to 9 months to complete and costs two to three times as much.

5 weeks from the date measurements are taken, or about two weeks via express service, depending on workshop availability.

In a traditional workshop in Porto, Portugal, which partners with the brand. The final touches are added in Paris, in the workshop adjacent to the boutique.

Yes, the tailor-made service is available exclusively by appointment, Tuesday through Saturday, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

A versatile wool fabric weighing 260 to 300 g, in Navy blue or medium Grey, is the top choice for an office suit or for a new client: it can be worn almost year-round, goes with everything, and ages very well.

Please note: This choice depends primarily on the occasion. For a wedding, if the client does not plan to wear the suit again for a professional setting, opt for colors or textures that are more suited to the celebration.