It is now less than five weeks till Christmas and the start of the ‘party’ season. Office parties highlight the idiosyncracies of gender. Girls nearly always dress up and change their make-up before the ‘do’, whereas, for most chaps, the pre-party build-up is an opportunity for some male bonding in the pub.

The Jacques Vert Autumn/Winter Collection 2011 is a celebration of life. Life is the occasion. It is the Main Event. From family christenings to the most wonderful white wedding, from formal functions to a fun day at the races. As Oprah Winfrey once said, “The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.” We couldn’t agree more. Enjoy the moment.