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The 2025 CMA Awards don’t just bring the chart-topping hits; they also bring the style high notes!
Hosted by Lainey Wilson, whose outfit and energy lit up both stage and red carpet, the night delivered plenty of show-stopping style moments.
From country fashion stars like Kelsea Ballerini, who brought her signature mix of edge and elegance in a sheer red design, to Megan Moroney’s glittering gown and Ella Langley’s effortlessly sexy lace look, the red carpet was a sea of glitz, glamour and lots of sparkle. Rhinestones, tailored blazers, boots with attitude, and unexpected pops of color made for a night where country met glamour in the best possible way. Whether you’re a fan of classic Western-inspired silhouettes or contemporary twists on country glam, we rounded up the looks that will have everyone talking long after the awards show ends.
The 2025 CMA Awards presenters and special guests include Billy Ray Cyrus and girlfriend Elizabeth Hurley, Lady A, Alison Brown, Jessica Capshaw, Lauren Daigle, Jordan Davis, Bert Kreischer, Brandon Lake, Ella Langley, Steve Martin, Leanne Morgan, NE-YO, Chris O’Donnell, Kimberly Perry, LeAnn Rimes, Alan Ritchson, Lara Spencer, Billy Bob Thornton, Grace Van Patten, Gretchen Wilson and Bailey Zimmerman.
The 59th Annual CMA Awards will broadcast live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 19 from 8 to 11 p.m. ET on ABC, and will stream the following day on Hulu.
Kelsea Ballerini
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Ballerini dared to bare a hint of her backside in this sheer, sculptural Christian Siriano design, which she teamed with a matching red lip and sparkly red pumps for a major monochromatic moment.
Lainey Wilson
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The host for the evening made a major sartorial statement in her retro, sequin-covered turquoise jumpsuit featuring a plunging neckline, belt and floor sweeping attached cape. She topped of the look with metallic pumps, matching cowboy hat and shoulder-grazing earrings.
Megan Moroney
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The singer, who has a whopping six nominations at this year’s event, is already dressed like winner in a strapless black design featuring crystal embroidery. She played up the drama with a pair of velvet gloves and blinged-out heels — and even hit the carpet in a cape!
Shaboozey
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When it comes to maximalist country style, Shaboozey never disappoints as he proves once again on the red carpet in a cropped studded blazer, light wash jeans and black cowboy boots topped with some double Western belt action.
Elizabeth Hurley
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The actress had a red hot date night with country crooning boyfriend Billy Ray Cyrus in a red hot Alexander Vauthier dress featuring a plunging neckline, keyhole stomach cutout and thigh-high slit. She added to the sex appeal of her look with sky-high silver platforms.
Ella Langley
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Ella Langley joins the ladies in red in this long-sleeve, sheer lace design.
Mickey Guyton
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Denim + Rhinestones + Fringe = peak country, as Guyton demonstrates in this bejeweled two-piece design.
Grace Van Patten
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The actress brings a dose of Hollywood to Nashville in this sleek Conner Ives jumpsuit with a shell embellishment at the waist.
LeAnn Rimes
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The higher the slit the closer to…? The country queen dared to bare in a sexy nude gown with a thigh-high slit.
Lauren Alaina
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The singer steps out for her first red carpet post baby in a show-stopping halter-neck gown with oversize pailettes that looked like shattered glass.
Priscilla Block
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The singer stepped out in the color of the moment — chocolate brown! — teaming her corseted gown with piles of statement jewels.
Colbie Caillat
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The actress leaned into holiday vibes in this festive feather-embellished black gown.
Jessica Capshaw
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The actress had a mega mini moment in this midnight blue dress with scattered sequins.
