The Mitten State
RetailMichigan, United States2-10 Employees
Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, The Mitten State is a small retail brand founded in 2006 that centers on Michigan-inspired apparel. It designs and produces soft T-shirts featuring vintage-inspired graphics drawn from 1970s and 1980s, connecting wearers to Michigan’s communities, landscapes, and culture. Each design embodies aspects of the state's history, symbols, or well-known sayings, reflecting the Michigan story. Its customer base includes people who identify with Michigan’s regional identity and seek apparel that conveys that story across past, present, and future. The company operates from a design studio in Grand Rapids and donates a portion of every sale to local charities. In 2019, The Mitten State partnered with Labatt Brewing Company to raise funds for workers in the brewing industry.