Country music's biggest night brought the brightest stars and the best fashion
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY: Kelsea Ballerini attends the 2023 CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 08, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Lainey Wilson effortlessly claimed her status as one of the evening’s brightest stars taking home five awards, as well as earning a title for best-dressed — captivating onlookers in a bespoke black bell-bottom jumpsuit.
Nicole Kidman made an unforgettable entrance in a breathtaking black gown. Featuring a plunging neckline with bodice cutouts and a form-fitting silhouette, Kidman’s ensemble exuded sexy sophistication.
Kelsea Ballerini stole the spotlight in a ballerina-pink, floor-length gown complete with an asymmetrical neckline, ruching, and a thigh-high slit.
Carly Pearce embraced effortless chic in a strapless black and silver sequined dress, boasting an elegant train.
Joining the ranks of the best-dressed were Megan Moroney in a striking cherry red ball gown, Paula Abdul in a sequined style with a gold statement belt, HARDY and Caleigh Ryan in a black leather blazer and strapless red embroidered gown, Colbie Caillat in a black floor-length gown with intricate diamond designs and a white train, K. Michelle in an opulent red number, and Lindsay Hubbard in a sexy sparkle-studded dress with hip cutouts and a thigh-high slit complete with white bows.
Best-Dressed on the 2023 CMA Awards Red Carpet
Lainey Wilson
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY Lainey Wilson attends the 57th Annual CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 08, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Davis/WireImage)
Nicole Kidman
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY: Nicole Kidman attends the 2023 CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 08, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Kelsea Ballerini
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY: Kelsea Ballerini attends the 2023 CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 08, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Carly Pearce
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY: Carly Pearce attends the 2023 CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 08, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Megan Moroney
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY: Megan Moroney attends the 2023 CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 08, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Paula Abdul
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY: Paula Abdul attends the 2023 CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 08, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
HARDY and Caleigh Ryan
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY: Caleigh Ryan and HARDY attend the 2023 CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 08, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Colbie Caillat
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY: Colbie Caillat attends the 2023 CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 08, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
K. Michelle
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY K. Michelle attends the 57th Annual CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 08, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Davis/WireImage)
Lindsay Hubbard
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 08: EDITORIAL USE ONLY Lindsay Hubbard attends the 57th Annual CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 08, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Davis/WireImage)
The 2023 CMA Awards red carpet served up a sumptuous feast of fashion, with a diverse array of glamorous looks on display. From Lainey Wilson’s daring bell-bottoms to Megan Moroney’s beautiful red gown, the evening was a celebration of style that left everyone with something to talk about.