The dictionary defines "synchronicity" as the concurrence of things "that appear significantly related but have no discernible causal connection." In their latest outing, Camilla Freeman-Topper and Marc Freeman gave the term a slightly different spin: Their Synchronicity collection emphasized the meeting of opposites, in particular the fusion of structure and fluidity. That theme was especially evident in the soft tailoring here—the standout looks were those in a blush-colored crepe, their cuts incorporating a sense of movement. You could also see the theme playing out in hard-tailored pieces like a black wrap skirt, the wool falling in an arc off to one side, or olive canvas culottes embedded with pleats.
The ribbed knits articulated the idea in a different way, via a combination of geometric patchworking and the curves that flowed naturally from the looks' body-con fit. Mainly, the concept stayed in the background here, whereas the real story was to be found in the collection's considered fabrics and novel details, like the silver hardware fastening a tailored gilet. And the emphasis on softness and fluidity in the tailored shapes gave those pieces a sensuality that tied in with romantic looks such as a tiered maxi dress in printed chiffon, or a cocktail frock of variegated lace. The editors at Webster's and the OED may frown upon Camilla and Marc's definition of synchronicity; shoppers won't.
