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Welcome to MITO

About

The MITO clothing line, designed by Frederik de Nassau, Creative Director of The POLG Foundation, is a visual representation of how Frederik viewed the world. All proceeds goes toward The POLG Foundation’s research and its goal of finding a cure for Mitochondrial Disease.

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HAPPY MITO

Frederik faced the daily challenges of his mitochondrial disease by staying positive and loving a good joke. His overwhelming desire was to help others like him, who faced significant challenges, remain positive and happy. And so, the Happy MITO line was born to further spread awareness through eye-catching designs, light-hearted humour, and even a touch of sarcasm.

Spot the Mitochondria on each T-Shirt!

Meet the Designer

The designer of MITO, Frederik, was an international photographer, Hollywood script advisor, DC Comics and Star Wars geek, sushi aficionado, and the Creative Director of The POLG Foundation. As Creative Director, he brought his vision and spirit to every design. Humor, hip hop, and hope fueled his stamina as he faced his energy-sucking, degenerative disease. Wear his fashion for its spirited style and know you are proudly standing up for the brave MITO warriors.

"I don't think this disease defines me. I stay happy. I stay moving. I just do me."
-Frederik