Hello, Habibi!

Habibi, 'my dear, my darling', is one of the most warmly recognised words in the Arabic language. Technically used for a male (a female is habibti), it's strictly an informal, personal greeting. In Emirati professional culture, calling your manager or a new corporate contact habibi without first establishing rapport is considered poor etiquette. But among friends, family and the wonderfully welcoming community that defines life in the UAE? It's everywhere.

Shouted across a golf course. Called out across a souk. Said to a tourist who looks a little lost. "Hello, Habibi" captures something essential about the UAE; its warmth, its humour, its extraordinary ability to make everyone feel at home.

This charm carries all of that energy in leather form.

Featuring an original illustration by Emirati artist Amna Al Saleh, our Hello Habibi charm is handcrafted from sustainably sourced camel and cow leather purchased from a UAE tannery that transforms locally collected hides (a by-product of other industries) into finished leather. No solvents are used in the production process. The hanging loop is made from camel leather cutoffs from our key fobs, making it a beautifully circular, sustainable choice. And once you've finished with it? It's fully biodegradable.

Camel leather isn't easy to come by. Supply is limited, it takes time to source, and it's one of the most luxurious and durable leathers in the world. Which makes this charm all the more special.

Attach it to your bag, suitcase, key fob or car mirror, and take a little UAE warmth with you wherever you go.

Why this makes a perfect gift: The most universally loved charm in our collection. For anyone who has ever been welcomed with a Hello Habibi and felt immediately at home in the UAE. Perfect for farewell gifts, welcome gifts, travel gifts and anyone who carries the Gulf in their heart. 

Approx 9cm x 6cm excluding loop · Loop approx 3mm wide x 12cm · Packaged size 9 x 12cm · Original illustration by Emirati artist Amna Al Saleh · Made and packaged in the UAE

Dimensions: 9 cm x 12 cm x 0.4 cm
Materials: responsibly UAE sourced genuine cow and camel leather (using cut offs from other products)
Made in United Arab Emirates

yalla...We ship pretty things, pretty fast.

Most orders head out the door within 1 business day. You'll get a tracking number the moment your package is on its way. Cue the door-checking.

International? We’ve got you.

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