The 2025 Country Music Awards are in full swing, with a parade of A-list celebrities gracing the red carpet, flaunting their stunning fashion choices for this much-anticipated event.
This year’s ceremony unfolds at the iconic Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, with the talented singer Lainey Wilson taking on the role of host.
The event proudly celebrates its 59th anniversary, continuing a long-standing tradition of honoring the best in country music.
Among the contenders for the evening’s top accolades are popular figures such as Luke Combs, who is vying for the coveted title of Entertainer of the Year, and Kelsea Ballerini, a strong contender for Female Vocalist of the Year.
The Album of the Year category is fiercely competitive with nominees like Post Malone, Megan Moroney, Zach Top, Morgan Wallen, and Lainey Wilson. Meanwhile, the New Artist of the Year award features fresh talents such as Shaboozey, Ella Langley, Zach Top, Tucker Wetmore, and Stephen Wilson Jr.
The night promises captivating performances from country legends and rising stars alike, including Patty Loveless, Keith Urban, Chris Stapleton, Old Dominion, and Brandi Carlile, ensuring an unforgettable experience for audiences.
With so many different celebrities attending tonight’s awards, there are sure to be a myriad of interesting outfits and star-spottings.
Daily Mail’s lifestyle team has rounded up the worst fashion faux pas from this evening’s red carpet.
Time for bed or the CMA awards? Viral influencers Campbell ‘Pookie’ Puckett and her husband Jett arrived to the red carpet, but Campbell’s hot pink, silk dress looked a bit more like a nightgown than a dress for a formal event. Jett was also a bit dressed-down in a casual, all-black suit and leather boots
Casual cowboy vibes! Artist Hudson Westbrook looked like he was going to a chilled outing as he wore a pair of slacks and a velvet jacket to the red carpet. He kept his look simple with a pair of beat-up, brown leather cowboy boots and a large silver cowboy-style belt. He completed his look with some silver chains and necklaces
Homecoming or the CMA Awards? Television host Carissa Culiner looked like she was going to a school dance as she wore a black, one-shoulder mini dress with dramatic white draping at the neck. The dress also featured a long, draping bow at the hip. Culiner paired the look with a pair of strappy black heels, pearl bracelets, and dramatic earrings. She wore her hair in a half-up, half-down look to top things off
Singer Karley Scott Collins looked like she was heading to an after-party for the awards rather than the awards themselves, as she sported a black leather, corset-style mini dress that featured a ruffled train in the back. The dress included lace detailing around the bust, which she paired with sparkling black heels and a pearl cross necklace
Springtime event or winter event? Singer Alexandra Kay looked like she was ready for April showers as she donned a long, strapless gown covered in 3D-applique florals. The dress was sheer at the bottom, and she wore a pair of pink mesh gloves to match. Kay styled her hair in loose waves
A little boring! Singer Jeremy Parsons (left) attended the awards in a maroon-colored suit with a black top and matching tie. He wore black, patent leather shoes and a watch to complete the outfit. Singer Graham Barham (right) also wore a bit of a boring suit to the awards, sporting the tailored look in a gray color. He paired it with black shiny boots and black sunglasses
Lots of lace! Musician Lanie Gardner wore an all lace ensemble, which included a black lace jacket and matching flared pants. The pants looked a bit too long for her, as they covered her feet. She topped the look with a pair of black lace gloves, and wore a large cross necklace to complete the outfit
Blast from the past? Singer Mickey Guyton looked like she was in the early 2000’s as she wore a denim dress with beaded fringe hanging off of the chest and sides of the skirt and sleeves. The dress also featured a Western-style silk collar. She finished the look with a pair of black heels with silver buckle detailing and dangling earrings
Confused much? Singer Ben Johnson wore a denim, patchwork suit to the red carpet, which featured different jean hems in various colors sewn together. The look was completed with a pair of brown cowboy boots, a black cowboy-style belt, and a brown tank top underneath his jacket
Disney show or CMA Awards? Singer Caylee Hammack channeled a Disney Princess as she wore a silky, emerald-green strapless gown that had a high slit in the leg. The top of the gown featured various layers. She completed the look with a pair of strappy heels that had bow detailing on the top of the foot
Influencer Brooke Barry looked a bit like she was going to a Christmas party as she wore a black, silk gown with a huge pink bow draped around her waist. The dress also featured a key-hole cut out at the neck. She paired the bold dress with a pair of black platform heels
Velvet gone wrong! Actor Asher Angel arrived to the red carpet in a questionable, copper-colored velvet suit. He paired the look with a pair of brown boots and multiple necklaces around his neck
Mismatched! Actress Arielle Kebbel looked like her outfit clashed as she wore a long, black leather skirt with a sparkling, halter-neck top. She paired it with a Western-style belt, black fur jacket which draped over her shoulders, and suede brown cowboy boots with intricate detailing at the toes
