Spriggy

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Sprig´gy

(sprĭg´gŷ)

Full of sprigs or small branches.

Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary, published 1913 by G. & C. Merriam Co.

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If only I hadn't thrown out that spriggy old smock...

HOLLY'S GOT A LAURA STYLE

Expect a mixed bouquet this spring, from 3D embellishment to spriggy prints.

Be fancy in floral

Head-to-toe summer meadow-inspired looks pack a punch, while clashing floral prints flourish in a mixed bouquet, from 3D embellishment to spriggy prints - just pick your perfect arrangement.

BLOOM TIME; Why flower power is bigger than ever

Spriggy prints or miniature buds will look elegant on a darker base - stick to dark blues, greys or blacks.

A blooming good show; Fanciful florals are back in a big way. Lisa Haynes reveals how to add petal power to your wardrobe

Luella showcased ditsy spriggy prints, Erdem opted for Monet-style watercolour lilies and there were cartoonish oversized blooms at Marni.

Chance to read about the power of print

If you have a larger frame, stick to subtle spriggy florals.

Flower power

From spriggy prints at Luella and Stella McCartney; vivid painted florals at Balenciaga and Moschino, through to stand out single blooms at Missoni and Aquascutum - take your pick from fashion's mixed bouquet.