The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC July competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 29: No puce fashions for spring, unexpectedly

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A clue to POUNCE.
4 comments refer to this clue (from 3 competitors, 1 other)

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Comments on the clue
1.Good surface but cryptic reading requires 'fashion' to be an intransitive verb, which it isn't.
2.Surface seems a bit disjointed.
3.Some good misdirection
4.nice surface; but should be (re. the preceding TWO words) 'fashion'