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Seven Sisters Dreaming
"I want my art to tell the story of my ancestors and be able to show the world my culture and my traditions" Alma Nungarrayi Granites
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Simply Tops
Mainie Silk Kaftan Tops: Water Bird, Desert Journey, Women’s Journey, Journey of a Woman’s Strength Loved by stylish women around the world, our gorgeous Mainie kaftan tops are a fabulous fusion o...
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Mainie: The world's oldest art brought to life on luxurious pure silk
The Mainie silk scarf collection features authentic Aboriginal art designs Each exquisite wearable art piece in the Mainie silk scarf collection is a unique melding of two ancient artisan cultures...
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Mainie: Timeless, Versatile & Meaningful Fashion
At Mainie, we lead by example as "Slow Fashion" advocates. Every one of our exquisite wearable art pieces is consciously designed to be a timeless, versatile and meaningful fashion garment. We str...
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Passing on the flame of Australia's traditional Aboriginal cultural heritage
Sacred Water Dreaming site located on the ancestral homelands of the Warlpiri Aboriginal people in the Tanami Desert region of Central Australia “Tradition is not to preserve the ashes but to pass...
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Stories Handed Down Through Many Generations
Mainie is founded on a commitment to support Aboriginal women living in isolated communities in Central Australia. Through our creative collaborations with Aboriginal art centres, we provide opport...
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Fresh and Colourful Vegan Fashion
Style Board: Add colour and personality to fashion basics with Mainie's gorgeous vegan-friendly, Aboriginal art design scarves. A simple t-shirt and jeans combination provides the perfect blank can...
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Mainie: An Official Provider to the Australian Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai
Mainie is heading to Dubai After a whirlwind six years establishing Mainie as a distinctively Australian fashion brand, our Cairns-based start-up is writing a new chapter this week when we wave goo...
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Mainie: Ethical and Sustainable Fashion
At Mainie we strive to be a uniquely Australian fashion label that is recognised for its authentic Aboriginal art designs and socially conscious approach to doing business. There are four distinct ...
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Style Board: Add individual style to a t-shirt & jeans
Add colour and personality to fashion basics with Mainie's gorgeous vegan-friendly, Aboriginal art design scarves. A plain and simple t-shirt and jeans combination provides the perfect blank canvas...
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MAINIE FAQ
The four most frequently asked questions we receive at Mainie: How and where are Mainie products made? Where does your Aboriginal art come from? How are the Aboriginal artists paid fo...
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Simply Tops
Mainie Silk Kaftan Tops: Women’s Journey, Desert Journey, Water Bird, Journey of a Woman’s Strength Loved by stylish women around the world, our gorgeous Mainie kaftan tops are a fabulous fusion o...
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Mainie is a brand I proudly wear for so many reasons. I love that each scarf has a story and that I know with each piece funds go back to the woman that designed it. I adore the vibrancy of the colours and the high quality, I have had my scarves for many years now and they are so versatile from wearing them to do presentations or going out for lunch. I stand for empowering women and standing proud in your individuality and Mainie embodies this in every way.
Lesley Clarke
Our Mainie scarves have become an essential wardrobe component both at home and when travelling. They serve to elevate any outfit whilst also celebrating Australian First Nations culture with dignity and sophistication. The silk product is beautiful to wear and the merino wool is unbelievable soft and so warm. Lightweight, easy to pack and always commented on.
Tanya, Emily and Elizabeth
I love the Mainie Scarves, for myself and as the perfect gift. They are investment pieces that will be part of your wardrobe for life. I love travel and one or two scarves are always included in my luggage. They are perfect on the plane and for dressing up outfits. I take a Merino scarf for cooler climates and silk ones everywhere else. However, the very best part is the ethical basis of the brand. I know I support a woman artist from a First Nations community when I purchase something from Mainie. They look good and do good at the same time.
Jo Pyne
Introducing Australian Cultural Heritage to the World
Founded by Gunggari Aboriginal woman Charmaine Saunders in 2012, Mainie is a Supply Nation certified Indigenous Australian-owned company and an Indigenous Art Code approved dealer member. We recognise the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
We acknowledge the sorrow of the Stolen Generations and the impacts of colonisation on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We respect the resilience, strength and pride of Australia’s First Nations people and their communities. Mainie is committed to supporting Aboriginal women artists to earn an independent income from their own work and to keep alive their traditional cultural heritage for future generations.