Discovering Tom Salama, Delaila and Anedoti.com

So right now I am totally coveting my new 'Orita' dress by Israeli designer Tom Salama, who is based in Tel Aviv. I've not been there myself, but have heard it's gained itself a reputation as a party town, and this dress is so perfect for a party! Again, a pic would explain it in a an instant, but I will attempt to do it justice with the written word. It's a navy, luxe jersey body-con number, with a drop waist, heavily pleated lantern skirt with hidden pockets. Pockets are one of my favourite things in a dress right now - is there any better way to show insoucience? Stopping just above the knee, the leg exposure is balanced with a sailor cut neckline (high and square), and there is heavy pleating across the bust, which adds interest. In short, it's lush. Goes very well with a good and high platform wedge, or equally with gladiator sandals. I found the dress in the UK at a fab pop-up shop on Cork Street, hosted by online boutique Anedoti - check it out for under the radar designers from across the globe, as well as the own label collection - simple, silk shift dresses and separates in jewel bright colours inspired by Rajastan - just gorgeous!
While in the store also got hooked on statement jewellery from up and coming label Delaila, and its vivacious designer Laila Aitken - think perspex baubles combined with laser cut, geometric metals. The US-born, Notting Hill-based designer Laila set up her own company after persuading a family friend and jewellery manufacturer for the likes of CHANEL, no less, that her idea was a go-er. Fair play on that - always excited by entrepreneurial spirit! The name Delaila was inspired by her mother's fashion boutique Samson and Delilah, as well as being a play on her own name. As well as being stocked on Anedoti, Delaila is stocked in Erickson Beamon, Harvey Nichols and Joseph. She also told be about a website called Little Jewellery Boutique London - which am going to be checking out very soon - watch this space...!