In a world where fashion meets structure, Graciela Rivas Leslin is redefining elegance with a bold, architectural approach to design. The Mexican-born, Boston-based fashion designer is known for her modern silhouettes, sculptural details, and timeless femininity. Since launching her label, Graciela Rivas Collection, in 2015, she has built a reputation for crafting garments that feel both sophisticated and daring—pieces that celebrate movement, shape, and the powerful presence of the wearer.
With collections like “Waves,” “Darling Blush,” and “Transition,” Rivas has showcased her work at New York Fashion Week, Boston Fashion Week, and Boston Design Week, standing out for her dramatic sleeve work, strategic cutouts, and refined color palettes. Her inspiration draws from nature, architecture, and the strength of women, resulting in designs that feel both artistic and effortlessly wearable. In 2019, she was named one of the “7 Designers To Watch” by WBUR, a testament to her growing influence in the fashion world.
Beyond her collections, Rivas has become a style icon in her own right, named one of The Most Stylish Bostonians by The Boston Globe in 2015. Her commitment to pushing boundaries continues as she evolves her brand, focusing on direct-to-consumer collections and exclusive designs. Whether dressing the modern woman for the runway or for real life, Graciela Rivas is making her mark as one of Boston’s most exciting fashion innovators.
