About Hamsa Alek

HAMSA - the hand symbol meaning “5” - is a middle eastern sign of good fortune, good luck and protection.The symbol has been adopted by many cultures in the Mediterranean, Middle East and North Africa - Morocco being the heart and inspiration of our designs. Judeo-Arabic, the language I grew up hearing, and Arabic speaking people alike wish their friends “HAMSA ALEK” meaning “HAMSA ON YOU” (ALEK being short for aleckum). This common phase is seen as wishing good fortune, good luck and spiritual protection on the recipient of that blessing. This business is the passion child for myself, Deborah Elfassy, a woman that grew up in a Moroccan home rich with tradition, foods, and a unique culture. I'm here to share that love for Hamsa - the symbol around my home, neck and heart for as long as I could remember. My dear loving Mother still puts her hand on my face and says "Hamsa Alek!". This is where the name came from. The idea of evil eye, eyes of envy or jealousy, is something that many cultures share. It is the idea that someone can intentionally or unintentionally cause the Universe, to question whether you truly deserve what others envy us for. The mysticism that both my parents passed down remain strong in my heart. It's my past with my present. It's a perfect blend of my eye for vintage style and my modern sense of style, mixed with my connection to my heritage. I've always loved HAMSAs. I hope you enjoy the pieces I've designed and curated from around the globe.Read their story