Meaningful Style: Mainie Silk Ties and Pocket Squares
For the discerning man who values artisanal excellence, cultural authenticity and timeless elegance, Mainie’s men’s pure silk ties and pocket squares offer more than just impeccable style, they are a tangible connection to the world’s oldest living culture.
Available in two distinctively First Nations designs, these stylish wearable art pieces are made for the well-dressed man who appreciates both fine tailoring and expressive storytelling.
Whether paired with a classic business suit or used to elevate a smart-casual ensemble, Mainie’s pure silk men’s accessories bring sophistication with meaning.
Timeless Elegance Meets Ancient Wisdom
Each tie and pocket square in the Mainie men’s range is handcrafted from luxurious 100% silk twill, bringing together the finesse of European tailoring and artisan silk-making with the artistic traditions of Aboriginal Australia.
The ties feature timeless prints that depict time-honoured Dreaming stories — delivering a polished and distinctive finish to any professional wardrobe.
Each silk pocket square is thoughtfully designed to complement the tie, capturing the essence of the original artwork in vibrant, eye-catching detail.
When folded into the breast pocket of a blazer or jacket, the silk handkerchiefs highlight the colour, structure and intricacy of the design — adding a distinctive finishing touch to any well-tailored look.
Every piece in the Mainie men’s range is digitally printed, hand-finished and presented as a set in a handmade gift box that includes information about the provenance of the original artwork and the artist’s story.
Water Springs Dreaming
Original Artwork by Lara Nakamarra Dixon, Warlpiri Artist (Yuendumu, NT)
From the heart of the Tanami Desert in Central Australia comes a sacred Dreaming Story passed down through many generations over tens of thousands of years.
The Pikilyi Jukurrpa (Water Springs Dreaming) tells of two rainbow serpent ancestors, a man and a woman, whose love defied Warlpiri law. The waterhole where they lived, Pikilyi, remains a sacred place on the Warlpiri homelands, its waters guarded by the spirits of the serpents and the women who tended to them.
The artist, Lara Nakamarra Dixon paints with the world acclaimed Warlukurlangu Artists, one of the longest established Aboriginal-owned art centres in Central Australia. Lara’s work reflects a deep spiritual connection to her Warlpiri homelands, ancestors and culture.
Blue Connections
Original Artwork by Natasha Davui, Contemporary Aboriginal Artist (Far North Queensland)
A striking contemporary expression of ancestral heritage, Blue Connections celebrates the enduring bond between Aboriginal people and their land.
Artist Natasha Davui draws on her proud lineage from the Gunggari people of the Maranoa River region in southwestern Queensland and the Djabugay people, the Traditional Owners of the majestic Barron River region in Far North Queensland. Her designs are rich in symbolic imagery and layered with deep cultural meaning.
Natasha’s artwork reflects the unbroken connection between ancient knowledge and the enduring responsibility to care for Country — living ties that continue to guide and inspire First Nations communities today.
A Meaningful Gift for Him
Mainie silk ties and pocket squares are more than stylish accessories, they are ethical investments in culture, heritage and sustainability.
- Royalties are paid to the artist
- Produced under licence in accordance with the Indigenous Art Code
- Elegant handmade packaging with artwork provenance
Whether for a birthday, anniversary, graduation or Father’s Day, Mainie’s silk accessories make for a deeply meaningful and distinctively Australian gift.
In a world of fast fashion, Mainie invites you to wear your values with pride. Our designs don’t just look good, they do good. By supporting Indigenous women artists and honouring their traditional knowledge systems, you are helping to keep Australia’s First Nations stories alive for future generations.
Explore the collection now: https://www.mainie.com.au/collections/mens-range
Founded in 2012, by Gunggari Aboriginal woman, Charmaine (Mainie) Saunders, Mainie Australia is a Supply Nation Certified Indigenous Owned Business and an Indigenous Art Code Member.
