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Silk, Merino Wool or Modal? How to Choose Your Perfect Mainie Scarf
Choosing the right scarf is about more than selecting a colour or pattern. The textile influences how a scarf feels, how it falls, how it can be styled and how easily it fits into your everyday lif...
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Hinchinbrook Island: Ancient Aboriginal Country and a Traumatic Colonial History
Hinchinbrook Island, traditionally known as Munamudanamy, is an ancient Aboriginal cultural landscape connected to the Bandjin and Girramay peoples. Learn about its cultural significance, frontier ...
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More Than a Scarf: Discover the Story, Art and Purpose Behind Mainie
What are Aboriginal art scarves? Quick Answer: Aboriginal art scarves are fashion accessories featuring licensed artwork created by Aboriginal artists. Mainie scarves combine authentic Indigenous ...
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Wangal Djungay: Always Was, Always Will Be
Learn the deeper story of Wangal Djungay, the Yirrganydji name for Double Island off Palm Cove, a sacred place of Dreaming, culture, history and living connection.
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The Perfect Australian Gift: Authentic Aboriginal Art You Can Wear
Quick Answer: A Mainie scarf is the perfect Australian gift because it combines authentic, ethically licensed Aboriginal artwork with luxurious natural and plant-based textiles. Each scarf is creat...
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Eco-Conscious Fashion Style: Discover Mainie Modal Scarves
Beautiful fashion can be effortless, meaningful and conscientious. At Mainie, our Modal Scarves bring together authentic Aboriginal art, soft and timeless Australian design. Lightweight, versatile...
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Significant Dates for Indigenous Australians in July
These July anniversaries reveal an Australian history far richer and more complex than the version traditionally taught. They tell of ancient engineering and living cultural knowledge. They honour ...
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Mainie Modal Scarves: The Cruise Holiday Wardrobe Essential
A cruise holiday calls for a wardrobe that works beautifully from sunrise to sunset. Days can move effortlessly from relaxed breakfasts on deck to sightseeing in coastal villages, long lunches by t...
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Mainie Australian Merino Wool Scarves: The Essential Travel Companion
For the stylish traveller, the best wardrobe pieces are those that work hard without ever looking like they are trying too hard. They must be beautiful, practical, easy to pack and versatile enough...
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The Ultimate Travel Essential: Mainie Silk Scarves for Effortless Style
For the stylish traveller, the most valuable pieces in a suitcase are the ones that work beautifully in more than one setting. They need to be lightweight, versatile and easy to pack, while still f...
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Ethical Australian Fashion on Sale: Save 30% This June at Mainie
June is the perfect time to invest in fashion that feels as good as it looks. At Mainie Australia, our collection brings together authentic Aboriginal art, premium natural textiles and timeless des...
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Significant Dates for Indigenous Australians in June
June carries powerful moments in Australia’s history - from the resistance of Pemulwuy, Tarenorerer and Tongerlongeter, to the landmark Mabo decision, the Myall Creek Massacre, the birth of Charles...
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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 Buckman
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.