About

Hello! We’re Yvette and William, the proud founders of RiveAzur.

Our story began back in the 1960s when our families made the journey from the
Philippines to Canada, opening up amazing opportunities that shaped who we are.
Our parents had a heartfelt dream: for us to give back to the Philippine
communities, honoring and celebrating the rich heritage. We first crossed paths
at the University of Toronto in 1984 and happily tied the knot 7 years later.
Over 33 wonderful years of marriage, we've had countless adventures that took
us from Canada to Paris, where we raised our two lovely daughters.

Now, we’ve settled between the charming vibes of Paris and the stunning French
Riviera, where we created RiveAzur — a company who is passionate about creating
elegant handbags and equally committed to ethical business practices and giving
back. At RiveAzur, we take pride in uniting two exceptional cultures through
our handbags. Our design philosophy marries French sophistication with Filipino
artistry, resulting in truly unique creations that redefine luxury fashion.
Each bag embodies timeless French elegance with its timeless and classic style,
while traditional Filipino weaving techniques and natural materials infuse
every piece with authenticity and a touch of the exotic.

Beyond our own brand creations, RiveAzur proudly represents other Filipino designers
and artisans who share our commitment to ethical business practices and giving
back to the community.