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Celebrating Excellence: The Mainie Commitment to Quality, Ethics, and Customer Satisfaction

Posted on April 12 2024

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As we express our gratitude for the loyalty of our customers, we remain steadfast in our pursuit of improvement. The Mainie team continually seeks ways to enhance the customer experience, recognizing that complacency has no place in our journey. We welcome and encourage suggestions from our valued patrons, inviting them to be an integral part of our ongoing evolution.

Significant Dates for Indigenous Australians in April

Posted on March 27 2024

In April, we commemorate the anniversaries of significant events for Australia's First Nations people:

~ April 1789 - The arrival of smallpox in the colony of New South Wales

~ April 1847 - Mass poisoning of Gubbi Gubbi people near Brisbane.

~ April 1867 - “The Leap” Massacre at Mt Mandarana, near Mackay

~ 10 April 1950 - Mick Dodson was born

~ 27 April 1971 - Milirrpum v Nabalco Pty Ltd was decided

~ 3 April 2023 - Galarrwuy Yunupingu passed away

Mainie's Merino Wool Collection: Luxurious. Authentic. Unique.

Posted on March 26 2024

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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.

Significant Dates for Indigenous Australians in March

Posted on February 29 2024

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In March, we commemorate the anniversaries of significant events for Australia's First Nations people:

~ 21 - 22 March 1797: The Battle of Parramatta

~ 21 March 1837: Death of Luggenemenener

~ 21 March 2024: National Close the Gap Day

~ 23 March 1998: The Mirrar Aboriginal people from Kakadu begin a blockade of the Jabiluka uranium mine

~ 23 March 2022: World No. 1, Ash Barty announced her retirement from tennis

~ 27 March 1905: Birth of Jack Patten, Aboriginal Civil Rights Leader

~ 29 March 1881: William Barak delivered a petition from the Coranderrk Aboriginal reserve to Parliament House in Melbourne

A Mainie Aboriginal Art Silk Scarf Is So Much More Than Just Beautiful Fashion

Posted on February 19 2024

The Mainie silk scarf collection represents a beautiful fusion of two ancient cultures: Warlpiri women artists from the remote Tanami Desert region of Central Australia and the skilled artisan silk-makers from the historic Silk Road city of Suzhou in China.

Mainie: Ethical & Sustainable Fashion

Posted on October 04 2023

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Mainie is committed to applying sustainable fashion principles and practices across our business operations and at every level of our supply chain.

Australian Merino - The Finest Wool in the World

Posted on August 26 2023

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Australian Merino wool producers prioritise sustainable and ethical farming practices. These practices not only benefit the environment but also contribute to the overall quality of the wool produced.

The History of Silk Making

Posted on August 17 2023

The history of silk making is a fascinating journey that spans thousands of years and encompasses multiple cultures.

What do the shapes and symbols in Aboriginal art mean?

Posted on July 26 2023

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One of the most recognizable styles in Aboriginal art is dot painting, where fine dots are used to create intricate patterns and forms. Dots can represent various things, such as ancestral tracks, waterholes, ceremonial sites, and even the stars.

The Mainie Story - Who we are, what we do and why we do it

Posted on July 21 2023

Every Mainie we make gives back to the Aboriginal woman artist who created the original design, to elevate and empower her, her family and her community.

Fashion with Purpose

Posted on July 12 2023

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Mainie is a unique melding of authentic Aboriginal art and luxurious fashion.

Style Story: The White Shirt

Posted on April 04 2023

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A unique melding of authentic Aboriginal art and luxurious silk.

Keeping Culture Alive

Posted on March 28 2023

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“Tradition is not to preserve the ashes but to pass on the flame.”
Gustav Mahler

Mainie: A unique melding of authentic Aboriginal art and luxurious fashion

Posted on March 20 2023

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"I like painting ‘cause it's my Dreaming. I like to teach kids my Dreaming. I want everyone to know my Dreaming from all over the world. I know and they can know." - Bessie Nakamarra Sims

Seven Sisters Dreaming

Posted on March 10 2023

SEVEN SISTERS ABORIGINAL ART CASHMERE SCARF

"I want my art to tell the story of my ancestors and be able to

show the world my culture and my traditions"

Alma Nungarrayi Granites

Authentic Aboriginal Art - Luxurious Australian Wool

Posted on March 03 2023

“A Mainie pure wool scarf is so much more than just a beautiful fashion piece. It is a tangible and meaningful celebration of our 60,000-year-old Indigenous cultural heritage and a tribute our shared Australian story."

Authentic Aboriginal Art - Luxurious Australian Wool

Posted on March 03 2023

“A Mainie pure wool scarf is so much more than just a beautiful fashion piece. It is a tangible and meaningful celebration of our 60,000-year-old Indigenous cultural heritage and a tribute our shared Australian story."

Simply Tops

Posted on February 14 2023

Mainie Silk Kaftan Tops: Water Bird, Desert Journey, Women’s Journey, Journey of a Woman’s Strength Loved by stylish women around the world, our gorgeous Mainie kaftan tops are a fabulous fusion of authentic...

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