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Why a Mainie Scarf Is an All-Season Wardrobe Essential
In a well-planned wardrobe, the most loved pieces are those that transcend trends and seasons - items that feel just as relevant today as they will years from now. A Mainie scarf is one of those pi...
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Significant Dates for Indigenous Australians in March
March marks a powerful chapter in Australia’s shared history, with significant moments that honour the resilience, resistance and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. From...
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How, When & Where You Will Wear a Mainie Scarf
A Mainie scarf isn’t just a fashion accessory - it’s a timeless, trusted, everyday essential. A finishing touch that travels through your day, your seasons and your journeys. Whether luxurious pu...
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Always Will Be Gimuy: Acknowledging the Traditional Owners of Cairns
This year marks 150 years since the official founding of Cairns in 1876 - a milestone in the city’s colonial history. Yet long before maps were drawn and streets named, this place was - and always ...
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Mainie Scarves: The Perfect Galentine’s Day Gifts
Valentine’s Day isn’t only about romance. It’s also the perfect moment to celebrate the women who bring love, strength, laughter and loyalty into our lives - our best friends, sisters, mothers, da...
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Significant Dates for Indigenous Australians in February
These significant February dates commemorate pivotal events in Indigenous Australian history - each contributing to a powerful narrative of resilience, activism, cultural continuity and truth-telli...
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Mainie Australia: Style, Story & Authentic Australian Design
At Mainie Australia, we believe fashion is more than what you wear - it’s a way to celebrate culture, honour stories passed down through generations and support the people who create them. Mainie i...
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Mainie’s Exclusive New Modal Scarves: Waves & Waterholes - Wearable Art With Meaning
This season, Mainie introduces two stunning additions to our collection that celebrate the beauty of First Nations culture and sustainable fashion: the Waves and Waterholes Modal scarves, designed ...
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Significant Dates for Indigenous Australians in January
January marks a powerful series of anniversaries in First Nations history - moments of resistance, resilience and extraordinary achievement. From the execution of Aboriginal resistance leader Dunda...
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January Sale – 40% Off New & Exclusive Modal Scarves
Celebrate the start of a brand-new year with a splash of colour, culture and conscious luxury. Mainie is delighted to announce our January Sale, featuring 40% off our stunning new Modal scarves—no...
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A Message from Mainie
With Gratitude, Hope and Pride As we gather our thoughts at the close of another busy and inspiring year, the team at Mainie would like to extend our deepest thanks to our friends, customers, partn...
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Mainie Australia: Where Dreamtime Meets Contemporary Design
Mainie is a distinctively Australian fashion and gift brand to covet and collect – an exquisite fusion of ancient Aboriginal Dreaming stories and contemporary luxury design that speaks to discernin...
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Mainie is a brand I proudly wear for so many reasons. I love that each scarf has a story and that I know with each piece funds go back to the woman that designed it. I adore the vibrancy of the colours and the high quality, I have had my scarves for many years now and they are so versatile from wearing them to do presentations or going out for lunch. I stand for empowering women and standing proud in your individuality and Mainie embodies this in every way.
Lesley Buckman
Our Mainie scarves have become an essential wardrobe component both at home and when travelling. They serve to elevate any outfit whilst also celebrating Australian First Nations culture with dignity and sophistication. The silk product is beautiful to wear and the merino wool is unbelievable soft and so warm. Lightweight, easy to pack and always commented on.
Tanya, Emily and Elizabeth
I love the Mainie Scarves, for myself and as the perfect gift. They are investment pieces that will be part of your wardrobe for life. I love travel and one or two scarves are always included in my luggage. They are perfect on the plane and for dressing up outfits. I take a Merino scarf for cooler climates and silk ones everywhere else. However, the very best part is the ethical basis of the brand. I know I support a woman artist from a First Nations community when I purchase something from Mainie. They look good and do good at the same time.
Jo Pyne
Introducing Australian Cultural Heritage to the World
Founded by Gunggari Aboriginal woman Charmaine Saunders in 2012, Mainie is a Supply Nation certified Indigenous Australian-owned company and an Indigenous Art Code approved dealer member. We recognise the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
We acknowledge the sorrow of the Stolen Generations and the impacts of colonisation on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We respect the resilience, strength and pride of Australia’s First Nations people and their communities. Mainie is committed to supporting Aboriginal women artists to earn an independent income from their own work and to keep alive their traditional cultural heritage for future generations.