Mainie's Merino Wool Collection: Luxurious. Authentic. Unique.
The Mainie Australian Merino wool scarf collection epitomises our dedication to sustainability, ethical sourcing, and cultural preservation.
Created by traditional Warlpiri Aboriginal women artists, each authentic art design carries an ancient Dreaming story passed down from generation to generation over tens of thousands of years.
"Desert Journey Dreaming" pure Australian Merino wool scarf designed by Warlpiri Aboriginal artist, Mary Napangardi Gallagher.
Ethically acquired from the world acclaimed Warlukurlangu Artists arts centre in Central Australia, these exquisite designs contribute to the preservation of Warlpiri culture and language.
The Warlpiri maintain a deep connection to their land, continuing to live on their ancestral homelands in the remote Tanami Desert.
Mainie empowers Aboriginal women from isolated Outback communities, enabling them to earn independent incomes and keep alive their cultural legacy.
"Red Bark Trees Dreaming" pure Australian Merino wool scarf designed by Warlpiri Aboriginal artist, Nicole Napaljarri Stevens.
Art designs are licensed under the Indigenous Art Code, ensuring artists retain copyright and receive royalties.
Crafted from Woolmark-certified Australian Merino wool, each scarf is meticulously hand-finished by skilled artisans, destined to become cherished heirlooms.
"Red Earth Dreaming" pure Australian Merino wool scarf designed by Warlpiri Aboriginal artist, Alicka Napanangka Brown.
Mainie’s commitment to sustainability echoes the rich history of Australia's Merino wool industry, symbolising prosperity and development.
Merino wool has played a significant role in Australia's economic growth, inspiring iconic works of art and literature.
From the famous painting "Shearing the Rams" by Tom Roberts to Banjo Paterson's beloved ballad "Waltzing Matilda," Merino wool has left an indelible mark on Australian culture.
"Desert Tracks Dreaming" pure Australian Merino wool scarf designed by Warlpiri Aboriginal artist, Valma Nakamarra White.
A Mainie pure wool scarf is more than a fashion piece; it is a celebration of our 65,000-year-old Indigenous cultural heritage and a tribute to our shared Australian story, says Charmaine Saunders, Mainie Founder.
As a Supply Nation verified Indigenous Australian-owned business and an Indigenous Art Code approved dealer member, Mainie upholds ethical standards and supports women artists and their families in remote Aboriginal communities.
"Rock Pools Dreaming" pure Australian Merino wool scarf designed by Central Australian Aboriginal artist, Joy Nangala Brown.
In essence, the Mainie Australian Merino wool scarf collection embodies tradition, sustainability, and cultural reverence.
Each scarf tells a story, connecting wearers to the ancient Dreaming stories of the Warlpiri people and the rich history of Australia's Merino wool industry.
"Night Ceremony Dreaming" pure Australian Merino wool scarf designed by Warlpiri Aboriginal artist, Valma Nakamarra White.
Through our commitment to ethical sourcing and cultural preservation, Mainie aims to create symbols of heritage and identity that can be cherished for generations.
