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From Nerves to Knockout

Monday 30 June | By: Brooke Allred

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Let’s walk through this together, babe.


You said yes… now what?

First off—hell yes! Whether you already claimed your spot or you’re just flirting with the idea, I need you to know something:

You are not the only one feeling nervous.
You are not the only one spiraling in the mirror, texting your best friend, or standing in Target wondering if you need a new bra for this.
You are not the only one thinking…

“What if I show up and feel awkward the whole time?”
“What if I forget how to be sexy?”
“What if I don’t look like the women on the website?”

Breathe, love. I got you.
And this post? It’s your roadmap from nervous wreck to full-blown knockout.

Let’s go.


1. First things first: What’s your “why”?

Before we talk outfits, lighting, or if you should get a spray tan (spoiler: probably not), let’s tap into something deeper.

Why are you doing this?

Maybe it’s because you’ve been through hell and want to feel beautiful again.
Maybe it’s because you’ve never done anything just for you.
Maybe it’s because you’re tired of waiting for permission to feel powerful.

Whatever it is... that’s the energy we build your session around.
It’s not about recreating Pinterest poses. It’s about capturing your story—the version of you who said, “I want more.”


2. Let’s talk nerves (they’re actually a good thing).

Feeling nervous doesn’t mean you’re not ready.
It means you care.

It means you're stepping into something bold. Unfamiliar. Maybe even a little sacred.

But babe… you don’t have to show up knowing what to do with your hands. You don’t have to fake confidence. You don’t even have to feel sexy yet.

That’s literally what I’m here for.

I guide everything—poses, expressions, outfits, energy. I hype you when you need it, soften you when you’re in your head, and help you find the version of you that’s been waiting to be seen.

So don’t fight the nerves. We’ll turn them into power, one frame at a time.


3. What to do the week before your session (no panic necessary).

No crash diets. No 12-step skincare routine. No weird detox teas.

Here’s what actually helps:

  • Hydrate – Drink water. Not for “bloat,” but so your skin glows and you feel good.
  • Rest – The kind where you say no to things and put yourself first. Radical, I know.
  • Wardrobe prep – Try on what you’re thinking of bringing. Sit in it. Breathe in it. I’ll help you style everything, but it’s good to get a feel.
  • Shaving/waxing – If that’s your thing, do it on your terms. This isn’t a beauty standard Olympics.
  • Mindset – Jot down what you’re most excited for... and what scares you. Naming it takes away the power. Bring it to your session if you want—we’ll work with it.

4. The night before: Softness > perfection.

No, you don’t need to sleep in rollers.
No, you don’t need to panic-Google “how to pose for boudoir or pinup.”

Instead:

  • Lay out your wardrobe
  • Plug in your playlist (yes, I want your vibe)
  • Take a bath. Read a book. Stretch. Laugh.
  • Talk to yourself like someone you adore

Let your body exhale. You’re allowed to show up as you are.


5. Here’s exactly what happens when you arrive.

You walk in. You take a breath. I welcome you like the goddess you are.

We start with hair + makeup. Think of it as glam + grounding. We chat, laugh, figure out what energy you’re channeling.
Sexy CEO? Soft siren? Western siren with a switchblade vibe? You name it—we lean into it.

From there, we move into the shoot. I’ll walk you through everything. I’ll coach your angles, fix your necklace, remind you to breathe, and tell you when you’re doing that thing with your eyes that is pure 🔥.

We go at your pace. We hype. We laugh. We might even cry. And about 20 minutes in, something starts to click…
You stop performing.
You stop apologizing.
You start being.


6. The part no one prepares you for: seeing yourself after.

This moment? It hits.

You sit down. I show you your images. And it’s like… who is that woman?
She looks strong. Soft. Magnetic. Real. Powerful as hell. And… she's you.

Some women cry. Some laugh. Some sit in silence, letting it wash over them.
But every woman? She feels it.

That moment becomes a before-and-after.
Before: picking yourself apart.
After: recognizing your damn glow.


There’s no wrong way to show up.

You don’t need to be fearless.
You don’t need to be “ready.”
You don’t need to have it all figured out.

You just need one moment of courage to say yes—and I’ll walk with you through the rest.

If you’re already on my calendar, I can’t wait to create with you.
And if you’re still thinking about it? That’s okay too.

Send me a message, or binge the testimonials.
When you’re ready, I’ll be right here—with a camera, a playlist, and the hype you didn’t know you needed.

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