Handmade Knitwear Cost Breakdown: Rivelle Knits’ Commitment to Price Transparency
At Rivelle Knits, we are committed to earning your trust by being fully transparent about our production process, supply chain, and pricing. Unlike many fashion brands that share minimal insight into these areas, we believe you deserve to know the story behind every piece. This transparency not only fosters trust but also ensures you feel confident about the choices you make when investing in our knitwear.
This blog will give you an inside look into how we determine the cost of our handmade knitwear and why every piece is worth the investment. All knitwear pricing from all seasons will be shared here and updated accordingly.
Why Handmade Matters
Mass-produced clothing often prioritizes speed and cost over quality and artistry. At Rivelle Knits, we’ve taken a different path. Each garment is a reflection of the artisan’s skill and creativity, resulting in a unique piece that simply cannot be replicated by machines. By choosing handmade knitwear, you’re investing in craftsmanship that celebrates tradition and individuality.
Limited Production for Maximum Value
We produce our knitwear in limited quantities, typically between a total of 40 and 200 pieces across all sizes. This exclusivity not only ensures the highest standards of quality but also gives each piece its own story. When you wear Rivelle Knits, you’re wearing something truly special.
The True Value of Rivelle Knits
When you invest in a Rivelle Knits garment, you’re not just buying clothing—you’re supporting sustainable practices, ethical labor, and timeless design. Our goal is to create knitwear that lasts for years, offering both style and durability, so you can feel good about what you’re wearing, inside and out.
Why Price Transparency Matters
In an era of fast fashion and hidden production costs, understanding where your money goes is more important than ever. At Rivelle Knits, we prioritize quality, sustainability, and craftsmanship over mass production. By breaking down the cost of each garment, we aim to provide clarity and confidence in your purchase, ensuring you know exactly what you're investing in.
The Breakdown: Where Your Money Goes
Each Rivelle Knits piece is a labor of love, and its price reflects the time, effort, and premium materials that go into creating it. Here's a detailed breakdown:
1. Materials
We use only the finest sustainable materials, including 100% baby alpaca and USDA organic Pima cotton. These high-quality fibers ensure softness, durability, and a luxurious feel. Sustainable sourcing also ensures a minimal environmental impact, adding value beyond the garment itself.
2. Artisan Labor
Every piece is handmade by skilled artisans who dedicate hours to crafting intricate designs. Unlike mass-produced items, our knitwear is created in small batches, with a single garment often taking up to 8 weeks to complete. We also ensure our artisans receive fair wages and enjoy flexible working conditions.
3. Packaging, Transport and Shipping Costs
We incorporate biodegradable seed paper tags, sustainable paper, and packaging with every purchase. Shipping and import taxes are not avoidable, we do our best to keep this down as much as possible.
4. Operating Costs (not included in pricing)
This includes everything from marketing initiatives, subscriptions to keep our store running, time dedicated to designing, providing exceptional customer service, and more. Every detail is carefully considered to ensure a seamless experience. All of these costs are taken from our 3.5x pricing.
Closing Thoughts
At Rivelle Knits, price transparency isn’t just a principle—it’s our promise to you. By understanding the true cost of handmade knitwear, we hope you see the value in every stitch, every fiber, and every moment spent creating these one-of-a-kind pieces. Thank you for supporting a brand that prioritizes craftsmanship, sustainability, and integrity. All items are priced 3.5x from the initial costs. We believe this is extremely fair, considering we pull our operating costs from this.
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About Me
I started making my own clothes because what I found in department stores were not resonating with me — they lacked the quality and connection I wanted to feel when wearing them. I wanted pieces that felt unique, intentional, and worth investing in. Through this journey, I discovered a passion for crafting garments that not only reflect individuality but also prioritize quality, sustainability, and thoughtful design. This passion ultimately led to the creation of Rivelle Knits, where I strive to redefine what it means to buy and wear clothing with purpose.
