— is the Founder and Creative Director of Ree Projects, an Amsterdam-based luxury brand celebrated for its distinctive yet understated luxury handbags. With a vision to empower women through thoughtful, functional design, Ree Projects—a WOC-owned business—strives to inspire and champion change in the fashion industry. After twenty years of honing her skills at leading luxury fashion houses, Kleinen launched her eponymous label in 2016.

Her design approach is instinctive and deeply inspired by her surroundings, resulting in bags that embody functional elegance. Each piece in the collection is uniquely defined by sculptural elements, including the signature folded gusset and an organic sense of movement.

Our products are meticulously handcrafted in Italy and made of the finest Italian leather. Ree Projects is a quality driven brand. We pay attention to every detail and work with carefully selected premium suppliers and craftsman who meet our standards, all based in the North of Italy.