PPQ was having one big party. This season the duo showed a collection largely centred on the party frock, and their favourite style? The prom dress - these came strapless, full-skirted and wavering just above the knee - these came in sumptuous, colourful couture silks. The most unusual colours often worked best; flame orange, poison green and indigo (with pleated panelling) were particular hits. Other party wear included Dynasty-style blousy dresses with puffed shoulders and Sixties style A-line shifts. More casual but no less desirable were Rugby shirt dresses and a series of large-scale multicoloured checked sundresses and pinafores. Coats and capes were also standout; the chicest was a belted, dressing-gown style in statement absinthe green. SH