Carrie Underwood Shines in Dolce & Gabbana Mini Dress and Towering Platform Pumps at 2022 CMT Music Awards

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On April 11, 2022, Carrie Underwood turned heads at the CMT Music Awards in Nashville.

She attended the event with her husband, former NHL player Mike Fisher, wearing a striking purple Dolce & Gabbana mini dress adorned with sequins, an animal print motif, and delicate strap detailing across the neckline.

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 AwardsCarrie 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 heightCarrie 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 look.

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 carpetCarrie 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)

The crooner sang her newest single, “Ghost Story,” and took home two trophies from the night — Collaborative Video of the Year and Video of the Year for “If I Didn’t Love You” with Jason Aldean.

Although she was in attendance, Carrie Underwood’s CMT Music Awards performance was actually a pre-recorded segment filmed during her Reflection: The Las Vegas Residency. The video showcased her soaring vocals paired with a dramatic aerial routine, which she performed flawlessly while suspended above the stage.

Carrie Underwood has a history of turning heads on the red carpet, and her 2022 CMT Music Awards look was just one example.

We’re taking a look back at the showstopping Elie Madi dress and Greymer sandals she wore to the 2015 American Music Awards.

Carrie Underwood Sparkles at the 2015 American Music Awards

Carrie Underwood blows her hair out for the 2015 American Music AwardsCarrie 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 then 32-year-old 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 that featured 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 AwardsCarrie 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

She 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 dressCarrie 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 AwardsCarrie 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.

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According to FashionNetwork, in March 2025, Chanel acquired a 70% stake in Grey Mer. The rest remains with the founding Alessandri family.

Carrie Underwood shows off her Favorite Female Country Artist award at the AMAsCarrie Underwood shows off her Favorite Female Country Artist award at the AMAs

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 McDonaldCarrie Underwood accessorizes with rings from Anne Sisteron and Kimberly McDonald

The award-winning singer-slash 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 AMAsCarrie Underwood holds the trophy for Favorite Female Country Music Artist at the 2015 AMAs

Carrie’s Greymer sandals are crafted from soft, nude leather material and feature gold-tone embellishments, T-straps, 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 AwardsCarrie 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

Her shoes from the Italian footwear and accessories brand Greymer are not available online.

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From red carpet glam to concert-ready boots, Carrie’s footwear choices continue to showcase her versatility and star power. For more on her most memorable shoe moments, explore the highlights below.

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