On April 6, the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas was packed with country stars for the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards. As expected, the fashion for the enormous red carpet event was breathtaking.
We especially noted the extravagant and glamorous display of long dresses from stars like Faith Hill, Taylor Swift, and Shakira. There was no designer favorite, which was good because the varied styles and tastes made the red carpet even more enjoyable. Curious? Check out our top favorites below!
1. Taylor Swift Shines in J. Mendel
Taylor Swift stuns in a J. Mendel two-piece outfit at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, featuring a slashed ivory crop top and a black skirt with a thigh-high slit (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
Taylor Swift never misses, does she? She chose a stunning two-piece dress by J. Mendel featuring a slashed ivory crop top and a black column skirt with a thigh-high slit.
Taylor Swift’s sophisticated look at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards is complemented by her glamorous wavy hairstyle, bold red lipstick, and elegant Marina B. earrings (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
Her accessories included elegant earrings and a bracelet by Marina B., while her sleek black clutch was by M2 Malletier. Completing her look, she wore a sexy pair of strappy black “Trikini” sandals from Casadei that perfectly matched her outfit.
Taylor Swift completed her stunning look with strappy black “Trikini” sandals from Casadei at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014 (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
2. Olivia Munn Stuns in Reem Acra
Olivia Munn stuns in a red Reem Acra gown with a plunging neckline and thigh-high slit at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, accessorized with matching silver sandals and diamond drop earrings (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
Olivia Munn was sizzling in a red Reem Acra gown. Its main highlight is the plunging neckline and the thigh-high slit on the side. The dress was semi-sheer and featured bejeweled accents on the shoulders. Munn wore matching silver sandals and diamond drop earrings to seal the look.
Olivia Munn radiates elegance with her sleek updo, vibrant pink lipstick, and delicate diamond drop earrings at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014 (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
3. Jewel Glows in Georges Chakra
Jewel glows in a black-and-white Georges Chakra halter gown at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, complemented by a chic updo, bold red lipstick, and elegant drop earrings (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
Joining the black-and-white club, musician Jewel showed up in an empire-cut Georges Chakra halter gown at the event.
The dress features a plunging neckline and a black lace overlay on the front. She also had a Kotur clutch, a Carla Amorim ring, and Doves rings and earrings. Her shoes were by Jerome Rousseau.
Jewel exudes elegance at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in a black-and-white Georges Chakra halter gown, highlighting her bold red lips and statement drop earrings in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014 (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
4. Sheryl Crow Impresses in Christian Siriano
Sheryl Crow impresses in a black Christian Siriano gown with a geometric pattern at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, accessorized with dangling gold earrings and a matching bracelet (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
Probably the best-dressed that night, Sheryl Crow chose to attend the awards show in a Christian Siriano creation from the designer’s fall 2014 collection.
It was a black, semi-sheer diamond-cut bodice gown that featured an impressive train. The musician accessorized with a gorgeous pair of dangling gold earrings by Neil Lane to match the geometric theme of her dress.
Sheryl Crow impresses at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in a black Christian Siriano gown with a geometric pattern, complemented by her wavy hairstyle, soft pink lipstick, and statement gold earrings in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014 (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
5. Carrie Underwood Glows in Oscar de la Renta
Carrie Underwood glows at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in a fringed white Oscar de la Renta gown, perfectly complemented by her voluminous waves, soft pink lipstick, and sparkling drop earrings (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
Carrie Underwood, glowing in white, was wearing a column gown by Oscar de la Renta. The tiered dress and its layers of fringes gave off a vintage vibe.
Carrie Underwood completes her look with a sparkling white minaudière and layered diamond bracelets (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
For her accessories, she aptly chose a simple white minaudière, Jimmy Choos, and jewelry by David Yurman.
Carrie Underwood glows at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in a fringed white Oscar de la Renta gown, perfectly complemented by her voluminous waves, soft pink lipstick, and sparkling drop earrings in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014 (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
6. Miranda Lambert Shines in Randi Rahm
Miranda Lambert shines at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in a beaded nude gown by Randi Rahm, accessorized with bronze-toned hoop earrings and a rectangular bronze clutch (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
Miranda Lambert was one of the big-time winners that night, and she received her awards in a beaded nude gown by Randi Rahm.
Miranda Lambert adds a touch of elegance with a rectangular bronze clutch and a statement ring (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
She was sparkling! And we love that she accessorized with bronze-toned hoop earrings, dazzling embellishments, and a rectangular bronze clutch.
Miranda Lambert shines in a beaded nude gown by Randi Rahm at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014 (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
7. Shakira Stuns in Zuhair Murad
Shakira dazzles at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in a teal cutout gown by Zuhair Murad, showcasing her famous curves (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
Colombian rock-pop musician Shakira showed off her famous curves in a sexy teal cutout gown by Zuhair Murad. The dress, from Murad’s fall 2014 collection, is embellished with sequins and black mesh and features a nude underlay.
Shakira stunned in a teal cutout gown by Zuhair Murad at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014 (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
8. Kellie Pickler Charms in Romona Keveza
Kellie Pickler charms at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in a lavender chiffon gown by Romona Keveza, featuring a sweetheart neckline and an embellished silk belt (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
Looking sweet and bubbly in lavender was Kellie Pickler, who chose a voluminous gown by Romona Keveza.
Kellie Pickler completes her look with a chic updo, sparkling earrings, and a radiant smile (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)
The chiffon creation is almost wedding-gown quality, with its classy ruching and train, sweetheart neckline, and embellished silk belt.
Kellie Pickler charmed in a lavender chiffon gown by Romona Keveza at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014 (Credit: Apega / Judy Eddy / WENN)