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Where the Dreamtime meets the Silk Road
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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The Mainie Trademark: Luxurious . Authentic . Unique
If there is one design that perfectly encapsulates Mainie’s trademark, it is our Desert Journey Dreaming pure silk kaftan top. As an Indigenous Australian owned and operated fashion business, Maini...
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Preserving 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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Combining fresh, modern fashion with ancient stories from the Dreaming time
Mainie's vegan-friendly Modal scarf collection At Mainie, we are committed to creating beautiful fashion that not only looks good but also makes people feel good. From the very beginning, Mainie se...
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Mainie: The perfect Mother's Day gifts for the "I don't want anything" Mum
Mainie Silk Scarves - The Perfect Gift for Mum Mother’s Day is the perfect time to show our wonderful Mums how much we absolutely love and appreciate everything that they do for us. And for some of...
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Mainie: Much more than just beautiful fashion scarves
Every Mainie silk scarf brings to life the world’s oldest living culture. Mainie is founded on a commitment to support Aboriginal women artists living in remote desert communities in Central Aus...
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Silk Scarves: The How, When and Why
Stylish women everywhere know that a beautiful silk scarf can instantly transform everyday wardrobe basics into a chic designer fashion look. Take our gorgeous Mainie Desert Country scarf shown abo...
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Small Business Lessons - Scaling Up for Export
Denis Keeffe, Executive Director, Mainie Australia Mainie Australia is a North Queensland based, Aboriginal owned company that specialises in the production, marketing, and distribution of high-end...
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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.