(Camilla and Marc sequin top; Forever 21 leopard belt; Levi's denim shorts; DVF sunnies and floral head crown; custom "elshane' bling rings; Jeffrey Campbell "Lita" shoes; LF socks; woven handbag from Istanbul's Grand Bazaar)

Well now I think I'm starting to figure it all out. The LA dress code, that is...
And all this time...I've been strolling into business meetings in black knee-length sheaths, ankle booties, and a leather carry-all. You can take the girl out of NYC, but it's pretty tough to take the NYC out of the girl. 
Until, that is, you find yourself spotting the most divinely comfortable (and appropriately ripped) vintage denim cut-off's. Then it all quickly falls into place.
Backless for daytime?(*) Who knew!

* General Warning: The backless for daytime moment was a bit contrived. The sun hasn't gotten to my head that much...yet.