Our Story Melbourne
Kathmandu
Rivana
Est. 2026
100% Cotton
Made in Nepal
Image · Landscape · Nepal, studio or fabric

our story

Rest is a ritual. We made the clothes for it.

Chapter I — The beginning

Where Rivana began

Rivana started with a feeling most of us know: the moment at the end of a long day when you change into something soft and finally exhale. We wanted that feeling to be beautiful, lasting and honest about where it comes from.

I have always loved sleep: the slow ritual of winding down, slipping into something soft and letting the day go. To me, rest is one of the truest forms of self-care. A calm evening and a good night’s sleep quiet a busy mind and make room for mindfulness, and I wanted to make clothes that turn that moment into something to look forward to.

Paleshma Shakya

Founder
Image · 4:5 · Founder portraitSlow mornings at home in Melbourne.

Rivana

River + nirvana: the slow drift from a busy day into deep, restful calm.

We want every piece to feel like an exhale: soft against the skin, easy to wear and quietly beautiful. A small reminder to slow down and look after yourself.

( made with love in Nepal )

Image · Portrait · Close-up of fabric on skin
Chapter II

From Nepal to your nightstand

How it's made
Image · 3:4 · Cotton fabric
i.

Pure cotton

We work only in 100% cotton, chosen for how it breathes and how it softens over time. Our fabric is sourced in Nepal.

Image · 3:4 · Makers at work
ii.

Made in Nepal

Each piece is cut, sewn and finished in Nepal. From fabric to finishing, every Rivana product is made in Nepal, with care taken over every seam.

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iii.

Wrapped with care

Every order arrives in our coral box with a handmade-paper tag, ready to keep or to give.

“Good sleep is not a luxury. But it should feel like one.”

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