Inspired by Springtime in the Outback: Mainie’s Authentic Aboriginal Art Silk Scarves
Celebrate the beauty of spring in the Australian Outback with Mainie’s luxurious silk scarf collection, where ancient Aboriginal Dreaming stories are reimagined as exquisite wearable art pieces.
Created in collaboration with Warlpiri Aboriginal women artists from the remote Tanami Desert in Central Australia, each design is ethically reproduced on pure silk chiffon.
From rich desert ochres to delicate wildflower pastels and stormy twilight blues, these handcrafted scarves capture the spectacular natural beauty of the Outback - when long-awaited rain awakens the land and carpets the red earth with vibrant life.
More than just fashion accessories, Mainie scarves are expressions of timeless culture and contemporary style. Through every colour, line and symbol in each authentic design, you’ll find a meaningful connection to the world’s oldest continuous living culture and an enduring celebration of ancestral stories passed down over generations.
Lightweight, versatile and effortlessly chic, a Mainie silk scarf elevates any outfit - from crisp white linen to a classic black dress - transforming wardrobe staples into designer statements with style and purpose.
Desert Country Dreaming | Silk Scarf
Step into effortless elegance with Desert Country Dreaming Silk Scarf, a hand-finished pure silk scarf featuring an original artwork by Warlpiri artist Rosina Napurrurla White.
Inspired by the rich ochre hues of the desert, this lightweight, versatile piece brings to life the sacred Warlpiri Water Dreaming story, Ngapa Jukurrpa.
Cool to the touch and graceful in movement, this exquisite scarf offers endless styling possibilities.
Wrap, drape or tie to make it your signature piece this Spring/Summer season.
Desert Rain Dreaming | Silk Scarf
Vivid, joyful and full of life, Desert Rain Dreaming by Warlpiri artist Bessie Nakamarra Sims reflects the Ngapa Jukurrpa - a powerful ancestral story of long-awaited rain sweeping across desert lands.
After the dry season, rain brings renewal, transforming the arid landscape into a vibrant tapestry of colour. Bursting with sun-drenched hues, this scarf captures that fleeting moment of transformation
Lovingly handcrafted crafted from softly flowing silk, Mainie’s Desert Rain Dreaming scarf is destined to be an unforgettable gift or timeless heirloom to treasure.
Medicine Tree Dreaming | Silk Scarf
Medicine Tree Dreaming by Warlpiri artist Geraldine Napangardi Granites celebrates the Mina Mina Jukurrpa, a sacred women’s Dreaming story about gathering the ngalyipi vine for healing and ceremonial use.
The Medicine Tree Dreaming Silk Scarf, rich in detail and delicately printed on whisper-light silk, embodies the vibrant storytelling and ancient knowledge passed down through generations of Warlpiri women.
This brightly coloured wearable artwork brings cultural depth and striking beauty to any ensemble - timeless tradition in a contemporary form.
Storm Cloud Dreaming | Silk Scarf
Storm Cloud Dreaming features a bold, dramatic design inspired by Christine Nakamarra Curtis’ depiction of Ngapa Jukurrpa, the Warlpiri Water Dreaming story passed down through generations.
For the Warlpiri people of the remote Tanami Desert, rain is a rare and transformative force.
Christine’s artwork captures the energy of powerful desert storms in deep indigo, violet and turquoise hues, symbolising the drama of rain-laden clouds rolling across the Outback sky.
Brought to life on pure silk, the striking design makes this beautifully handcrafted scarf a versatile statement piece that transitions effortlessly from day to evening.
Women’s Journey Dreaming | Silk Scarf
Soft and feminine, Women’s Journey Dreaming by Warlpiri artist Jeanie Napangardi Lewis honours the storytelling traditions of Warlpiri women.
The design illustrates the Mina Mina Jukurrpa, recounting the journey to gather ngalyipi vines from desert oaks for medicine and ceremony.
Capturing the colours of blooming wildflowers in the desert, this generous silk scarf helps preserve ancestral knowledge passed from one generation to the next for tens of thousands of years.
Its delicate pastel palette and light, airy feel make it ideal for travel, gifting or effortless everyday elegance - a timeless expression of nature, Country and culture.
The Mainie Promise
- Ethically licensed, authentic Aboriginal artworks
- The finest 100% pure silk chiffon
- Artisan handcrafted quality
- Gift-boxed with information about the provenance of the original artwork and the artist’s story
- Royalties from every piece paid directly to artists and their families
From luxury resorts and cultural events to elegant soirées, a Mainie silk scarf brings effortless style, impeccable fashion ethics and cultural integrity to every look.
Whether you are gifting to someone special or refreshing your own wardrobe, each piece is a timeless expression of wearable luxury.
Explore the full collection at mainie.com.au/collections/silk-scarves
Founded in 2012 by Gunggari Aboriginal woman Charmaine (Mainie) Saunders, Mainie Australia is a Supply Nation Certified Indigenous Owned Business and a Member of the Indigenous Art Code.
