Carrie Underwood’s red-carpet style has always balanced precision with spectacle—but what makes her fashion story compelling is how seamlessly she evolves without losing her signature confidence.
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From crystal-studded mini dresses to sculptural evening sandals, her looks across different eras reveal a consistent approach to glamour: bold silhouettes, strategic footwear, and an instinct for when to turn drama all the way up.
Below, we revisit two standout moments—seven years apart—that capture how Underwood adapts to the moment while staying herself.
High-Octane Glam: Carrie Underwood Commands the Pink Carpet in Dolce & Gabbana and Towering Platform Pumps
On April 11, 2022, at the CMT Music Awards in Nashville, Carrie Underwood delivered one of those red-carpet moments that lingers well beyond the night itself—bold, unapologetic, and meticulously styled from head to toe.
Appearing alongside her husband, former NHL player Mike Fisher, Underwood leaned into high-octane glamour in a sequined purple Dolce & Gabbana mini dress that fused animal print, jewel-tone drama, and intricate strap detailing. The look wasn’t just about sparkle or leg-baring impact; it reflected the confident, performance-ready style she’s refined over years of commanding both the stage and the red carpet.
Finished with towering black pumps and richly hued amethyst accessories, the ensemble struck a balance between theatrical flair and controlled polish—an approach that continues to define Underwood’s most memorable fashion moments.
Carrie Underwood shines in a sequined purple animal-print Dolce & Gabbana mini dress with black pumps, while her husband Mike Fisher keeps it classic in a black suit with a white T-shirt and white sneakers on the pink carpet at the 2022 CMT Music Awards in Nashville on April 11, 2022 (Credit: Wes Eddy / Startraksphoto)
Coordinating her sparkling mini with a crystal-embellished Dolce box clutch, Candy Ice amethyst earrings, and a striking Kallati amethyst diamond ring, Carrie finished the look with sleek black pumps that highlighted her famously toned legs.
Carrie Underwood flaunts her legs in a sparkling purple leopard-print Dolce & Gabbana mini dress with a lace bra insert, styled with a pave crystal Dolce box clutch, a Kallati amethyst diamond ring, and towering black double-platform pumps that added extra height (Credit: Wes Eddy / Startraksphoto)
Carrie fully embraced the jewel-toned theme, dazzling in her sequined purple mini paired with bold, statement makeup. She swept her blonde hair back into a sleek style, drawing attention to her radiant features and striking beauty.
Carrie Underwood completed her sparkling Dolce & Gabbana look with Candy Ice amethyst drop earrings, a statement Kallati amethyst diamond ring, and a glittering black clutch, adding bold pops of jewel-toned glamour to the 2022 CMT Music Awards red carpet (Credit: Wes Eddy / Startraksphoto)
Underwood also performed her single “Ghost Story” during the broadcast and won both Collaborative Video of the Year and Video of the Year for “If I Didn’t Love You” with Jason Aldean.
Carrie Underwood’s red-carpet wardrobe has long favored sparkle, dramatic silhouettes, and statement shoes. Seven years before her jewel-toned Dolce & Gabbana moment at the 2022 CMT Music Awards, she embraced a softer take on glamour at the American Music Awards, pairing an embellished Elie Madi mini dress and sweeping cape with intricately detailed Greymer sandals.
Sheer Sparkle and Sculpted Sandals: Carrie Underwood’s Elie Madi & Greymer Moment at the 2015 AMAs
Carrie Underwood blows her hair out for the 2015 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 22, 2015, in Los Angeles, California (Credit: WENN)
Of all the stylish stars who gathered at the 2015 American Music Awards, Carrie Underwood shone the brightest — literally.
The American Idol season four winner sparkled from every angle as she arrived at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. She wore a sexy, nude glittery mini dress with sheer panels and a very long, dramatic cape by Elie Madi.
Carrie Underwood sparkles on the red carpet in a glittering Elie Madi mini dress with a dramatic sheer cape, styled with nude Greymer sandals featuring gold-tone embellishments and stiletto heels at the 2015 American Music Awards
The singer-songwriter added more sparkle to the already stunning look with a pair of Kimberly McDonald earrings and several rings from Anne Sisteron and Kimberly McDonald.
Carrie Underwood shows off the trailing cape on her stunning Elie Madi dress
Carrie wore her blonde hair in soft waves and sported heavy eyeliner and nude lipstick.
Carrie Underwood strikes confident red carpet poses in her glittering Elie Madi mini dress with a dramatic cape and nude Greymer sandals at the 2015 American Music Awards
The country superstar accentuated her look with embellished sandals from Greymer, an Italian luxury brand founded in 1980 by Luciano Alessandri in San Mauro Pascoli — a region renowned for high-end shoemaking.
Known for its “Made in Italy” craftsmanship and modern yet refined aesthetic, Greymer has long produced elegant footwear for women.
Beyond Carrie Underwood’s standout sandals, Greymer has also been spotted on other celebrities, reinforcing the Italian brand’s reputation for chic, statement-making footwear.
In March 2025, Chanel acquired a 70% stake in Greymer. The rest remains with the founding Alessandri family.
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- 🔥 Demi Lovato vs. Nikki Reed at Oprah’s Tribute Event — Nikki Reed wore Greymer side-zip ankle boots with a neon Charles Henry dress at a Women in Entertainment Breakfast event.
- 🎬 Shoe Stalking at the World Premiere of “The Lone Ranger” — Olivia Holt stepped out in Greymer peep-toe pumps with embellished heels at the star-studded premiere.
Carrie Underwood showcases her embellished Greymer sandals, featuring delicate gold-tone chain T-straps and slender stiletto heels, beneath her sparkling Elie Madi cape dress while accepting the Favorite Female Country Artist award at the 2015 American Music Awards
Carrie later took to the stage to pick up her third AMA award for Favorite Female Country Artist. She thanked God, her husband, Mike Fisher, and their 9-month-old son, Isaiah Michael Fisher, during her acceptance speech.
Carrie Underwood accessorizes with rings from Anne Sisteron and Kimberly McDonald
The award-winning singer and actress also wowed the crowd with a performance of her second single, “Heartbeat,” from her fifth studio album, “Storyteller.”
Carrie Underwood holds the trophy for Favorite Female Country Music Artist at the 2015 AMAs
Carrie’s Greymer sandals are crafted from soft, nude leather and feature gold-tone embellishments, T-strap closures, back zip fastenings, open toes, and approximately 4.5-inch stiletto heels.
Carrie Underwood shows off her feet in nude Greymer sandals, detailed with gold-tone rope-style T-straps and stiletto heels, on the red carpet at the 2015 American Music Awards
While Carrie Underwood’s exact Greymer sandals are no longer available, the jewelry-inspired aesthetic behind them remains a strong trend in luxury footwear.
As of June 2026, Mytheresa carries several chain-detailed and embellished stiletto sandals that capture a similar spirit, including Saint Laurent’s Babylone 90 sandals, Alaïa’s Chain Trompe l’Œil sandals, Pucci’s chain-detail satin sandals, Jimmy Choo’s mirrored-leather Mimmi sandals, and René Caovilla’s crystal-embellished Cleo sandals.
More Carrie Underwood Shoe Moments: Platforms, Sandals, and Stage Boots
From red-carpet platforms to concert-ready boots, Carrie’s footwear choices continue to show how consistently she uses shoes to sharpen the mood of a look. For more of her most memorable style moments, explore the highlights below.
👠 Explore Carrie Underwood’s Best Shoe Moments:
- 📏 Standing at 5’3″ (160 cm) and wearing a US shoe size 7, Carrie Underwood often uses sky-high heels, metallic sandals, and platform silhouettes to bring extra height and drama to her red-carpet looks.
- 💎 Her 2019 ACM Awards return paired a diamond-embroidered Nicolas Jebran mini dress with crystal-trimmed Jimmy Choo Shiloh sandals.
- ✨ Carrie’s 2019 CMA Awards wardrobe delivered nine gown-and-heel moments, from Jimmy Choo sandals to Giuseppe Zanotti heels and crystal boots.
- 🪩 At the 2022 ACM Awards, she leaned into full sparkle in a gemstone-covered Dolce & Gabbana mini dress with strappy Andrea Wazen heels.
- 🩶 Her Rafik Zaki “crumpled foil” gown brought sculptural silver drama to the Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala, finished with towering metallic platform sandals.
- 🎤 Her style evolution since American Idol includes stage-ready Jeffrey Campbell boots, red-carpet platforms, and the bold footwear choices that have shaped her image beyond country music.