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The One Where You Already Have Everything You Need

Thursday, June 26, 2025 | By: Kate DeCoste Photography

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The One Where You Already Have Everything You Need

A love note to clients, photographers, and anyone standing in front of a closet—or a camera—with zero chill.

We’ve all been there.
📸 Clients thinking, “Do I need a whole new outfit for this shoot?”
📷 Photographers wondering, “Should I buy a new lens to feel inspired again?”

Spoiler: You probably don’t need to buy a thing.

Because this is The One Where You Realize It’s Already Enough.
(And yes, it’s low-key a teaser for my upcoming podcast The One Behind the Lens with Kate DeCoste—coming August!)

Whether you’re prepping for your close-up or just wrapped a shoot, this blog has two parts—choose your own adventure:


✨ The One Where Clients Shop Their Closet

Let’s make one thing clear: you don’t need to chase trends or panic-buy five versions of the same neutral sweater.

You already have the good stuff. The secret? We’re just going to make it intentional.

Here’s what to look for in your closet:

  1. The One That Feels Most Like You
    Your personality favorite—the one that makes you smile when you put it on.

  2. The One Your People Always Compliment
    That “family favorite” outfit that never misses. Your mom loves it. Your bestie hypes it up. It’s a crowd-pleaser.

  3. The One That’s Classic & Easy
    Simple lines, solid color, timeless vibe. This gives us versatility and polish.

🧥 Bonus Move: If you’re feeling like none of it quite clicks, run to the mall for ONE thing—a jacket, a layer, a piece to pull it all together. Not a full rebrand. Just a little zhuzh.

And remember:

  • Comfort = Confidence

  • You save time and money

  • Most importantly? You’re not showing up as someone else—you’re showing up as you. The real, radiant you.


📸 The One Where Photographers Don’t Buy a New Lens

We’ve all done it—hit a creative wall and thought,
“Maybe I need a new preset. Or camera. Or… identity.”

But no. What you really need is reflection, not more gear.

After your next session, ask yourself:

  • What did I love about that shoot?

  • What moments felt effortless?

  • What would I shift or try differently?

This simple pause can bring back more clarity than any Amazon cart ever will.
Your evolution as an artist doesn’t come from the latest gadget—it comes from asking better questions.

And heads up—my podcast The One Behind the Lens drops in August. It's full of real talk, mini revelations, and behind-the-scenes stories for photographers who are craving a little more meaning in their work. And maybe a laugh. Or five.


TL;DR:

This is The One Where You Realize You’re Already Enough.
Whether you’re prepping for a session or coming down from one—pause, reflect, and lean into what already works.

And if all else fails… grab the jacket.


Upcoming Podcast Guests

(hover over the photos below to get a dive into who they are)

Renee Bowen

Renee helps photographers ditch the hustle-for-worth grind and build wildly profitable, soul-aligned businesses.

Andrew Hellmich

Andrew Hellmich hosts the number one photography business podcast Photo Biz Xposed (PhotoBizX).

Susan Gietka

Photographer, Mother, dog mom and light lover. I started my photography journey in 1983 with my first all manual Pentax film camera when I was studying dance with a company.


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