As we've learned from repeat viewings, your first moment in front of the judges (and in front of the camera!) sets up your relationship with them (and the audience) for the rest of the season. You want to look fresh, casual, and confident. The natural but feminine lacquer shade of "A Butterfly Moment" paired with jeans, some tough accessories, and a bright-floral shirt makes you look like an ingenue just waiting to be discovered — something the judges love.

OPI A Butterfly Moment Nail Lacquer, $9, visit opi.com for more information; Madewell Silk Rose Print Boyshirt, $118, available at Madewell; Chicnova Chunky Heeled Boots, $174.30, available at Chicnova; Topshop Moto Vintage Baxter Jeans, $80, available at Topshop; Cole Haan Village Skinny Belt, $48, available at Cole Haan; rag & bone Wynn Coat, $895, available at La Garconne; Nettie Kent Double Slice Bolo, $150, available at Dear Fieldbinder.