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Article: Mainie Modal Scarves: The Perfect Gift for the Stylish Women In Your Life

Mainie Modal Scarves: The Perfect Gift for the Stylish Women In Your Life
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Mainie Modal Scarves: The Perfect Gift for the Stylish Women In Your Life

 

Designed for gift giving, Mainie’s Modal scarves offer a stunning blend of artistry, sustainability and style.

Made from plant fibre textiles, these eco-friendly scarves are perfect for discerning and conscientious fashion lovers who seek luxurious alternatives to animal-derived materials and synthetic fibres.

Mainie Modal scarves are vibrant and versatile, adding an eye-catching splash of colour and personality to any wardrobe.

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Fire & Rain Modal Scarf

The Fire & Rain design, created by traditional Warlpiri Aboriginal artist Phyllis Napurrurla Williams, is an evocative depiction of the Ngapa Jukurrpa (Water Dreaming) story. Phyllis brings to life an ancient Warlpiri Dreaming where smoke from a fire rose to form a powerful storm cloud, which was then carried by a bird over the desert. When the storm became too heavy, it fell to the ground as life-giving rain over the barren land below. Phyllis's painting is imbued with rich hues of orange and blue, symbolising fire and water, two elements crucial to life for the Warlpiri desert people.

Phyllis, born on her ancestral homelands in the heart of the Tanami Desert, has painted with the renowned Warlukurlangu Artists Aboriginal Corporation since 1988. Her work reflects Dreamtime stories passed down through generations, preserving the time-honoured narratives of the Warlpiri people.

Phyllis's artwork is highly sought after by collectors of traditional Aboriginal art for its intricate detail and deep cultural resonance, embodying the enduring connection between her ancestors and the desert landscape.

Purple Connections Modal Scarf

The Purple Connections design by contemporary Queensland Aboriginal artist Natasha Davui is a profound visual exploration of the bond between Aboriginal people and their homelands. This striking artwork, filled with organic shapes and intricate patterns, symbolises the spiritual and physical connection that First Nations people have to their country, their ancestors and their totems.

Natasha explains, "Aboriginal people have their place where their family comes from, but when we travel and go away from home, we still have that connection to our country.” Through vibrant purples and flowing lines, the design captures this enduring connection, even when one is far from home.

Natasha Davui is a descendant of the Gunggari people from South West Queensland’s Maranoa River region and the Djabugay people of Far North Queensland, whose traditional lands span the Barron River delta, rainforests, and mountains. Her artwork reflects these deep-rooted ties to both her ancestral lands and family, blending traditional influences with contemporary design.

Rain Bird Modal Scarf

Vivienne Nakamarra Kelly’s Rain Bird design is a vibrant homage to the Water Dreaming (Ngapa Jukurrpa) story handed down by her Warlpiri ancestors. Set against a backdrop of brilliant colours that reflect the sun-scorched Australian Outback, the artwork depicts a bird carrying a rainstorm across the desert. As the bird falters under the storm’s weight, rain cascades to the earth, replenishing the parched land. Vivienne's bold use of colour and pattern encapsulates the dramatic transformation of the desert after the rain, bringing the ancient story vividly to life.

Vivienne is from Yuendumu, a remote community in the Tanami Desert of Central Australia, and she paints for the Warlukurlangu Artists Aboriginal Corporation. Her work not only celebrates the natural beauty of the desert but also serves as a cultural legacy, ensuring that these Dreamtime stories, which have been passed down for thousands of years, continue to thrive in modern times. Vivienne’s rise as an emerging artist has seen her works exhibited in galleries across Australia and internationally.

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Storm Bird Modal Scarf

The Storm Bird design by Christine Nakamarra Curtis is inspired by the powerful Warlpiri Dreaming story, Ngapa Jukurrpa (Water Dreaming). The painting illustrates the journey of a storm cloud, formed from the smoke of a fire, being carried across the desert by a bird. As the storm grows too heavy, it falls as rain, bringing renewal to the dry desert landscape. Christine’s dynamic use of blues and earthy tones represents the dramatic forces of nature at play in the desert’s seasonal cycles.

Born in Nyirripi, a remote outstation community 150 km southwest of Yuendumu, Christine comes from a family of artists deeply connected to the Warlpiri culture. She began painting with the Warlukurlangu Artists in 2007, and her artwork reflects the sacred Dreaming stories of her land. Her detailed paintings illustrate the profound connection between the Warlpiri people and the environment, with stories passed down through generations over tens of thousands of years.

Christine’s work is widely respected for its intricate detail and cultural depth.

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Cockatoo Creek Modal Scarf

The Cockatoo Creek design, based on Alicka Napanangka Brown’s original painting, depicts the Yarla Jukurrpa (Bush Potato Dreaming) from her ancestral homelands in the Tanami Desert of Central Australia. The artwork reflects the sacred connection between the Warlpiri people and the land, where women dig for traditional foods like Yarla (bush potato) and Wapirti (bush carrot). Alicka's design beautifully captures the essence of these traditional activities, using bold patterns and vibrant colors to symbolize the abundance of the desert landscape.

Born in Alice Springs in 1998, Alicka comes from a renowned family of Warlpiri artists, with both her mother, Maria Nampijinpa Brown, and grandmother, Wendy Nungarrayi Brown, being established artists in their own right. Alicka began painting for Warlukurlangu Artists at the age of 14, and her work has since evolved into a unique expression of her traditional culture, blending traditional iconography with her own love of colour and design. Her Cockatoo Creek design honours the rich traditions of her people while reflecting her own contemporary artistic style.

Versatile Style for Every Occasion

Tie, twist, knot or drape a Mainie Modal scarf, and it instantly transforms any outfit. Whether paired with a casual t-shirt and jeans or used as a chic accent to a more formal look, these scarves are as versatile as they are beautiful. Their lightweight, breathable fabric makes them perfect for year-round wear, adding flair to any fashion ensemble.

Sustainable and Ethical Luxury

Not only are Mainie scarves a celebration of Australia's 60,000-year-old, Indigenous cultural heritage, but they also represent a commitment to ethical fashion.

Produced sustainably from Modal, a natural plant-based textile, each scarf supports Aboriginal artists through royalty payments, ensuring that their traditional culture is preserved and passed on to future generations.

Presented in an elegant gift box with the artist’s story and information about the provenance of the original painting, these scarves are gifts laden with true meaning.

Mainie Modal scarves aren’t just fashion accessories; they are expressions of history, heritage and sustainability.

Give the stylish women in your life, the gift of cultural connection and artistic elegance with a Mainie scarf, a timeless piece to be cherished forever.

See the Modal collection at: www.mainie.com.au/collections/modal-new

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