Guardian Genius 223

[LeenaH]

Two cryptic clues are side by side. Solutions to be entered cyclically starting anywhere in the designated space
9a
Crimson dresses fashion label figure thought most unexciting - clean clothing line by the French (8 and 7)
-o-e-d-l-e-t-e-
As per the instructions the letters a to z must appear once in the perimeter.
The only letters left (after solving all other clues) are c and k
Not sure if I am right
All help appreciated

[JJ109]

Koneddullestrec

[JJ109]

(dullest and reckoned)

(crimson)= red (dresses = surrounds) (fashion label) CK (/ Calvin Klein) + one (figure) = reckoned (thought)

Dullest = dust around L(ine) Le (french "the")

[LeenaH]

Thanks a lot