11 of the best outfits at the CMA Awards and 7 that missed the mark
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The 2025 CMA Awards were hosted in Nashville on Wednesday night.
Stars like Lainey Wilson and Kelsea Ballerini impressed with bold, unique outfits.
Other stars, like Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley, clashed on the red carpet.
Cowboy hats, camo, and sparkles were all over the 2025 CMA Awards.Musicians gathered at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville on Wednesday to celebrate country music’s biggest night.Attendees like Lainey Wilson delivered memorable performances onstage and had equally strong fashion moments on the red carpet. There were also a few artists who fell short with underwhelming looks.Here are the best and worst outfits from the night.
Luke Combs and his wife looked like country royalty on the red carpet.
Nicole Combs and Luke Combs at the 2025 CMA Awards in Nashville.
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The “Ain’t No Love in Oklahoma” singer walked the red carpet in burgundy trousers, a floral-print blazer, and a black satin button-up. He completed the look with cowboy boots and a red watch.His outfit perfectly complemented the one worn by his wife. Nicole Combs, who is pregnant with their third child, wore a strapless, floor-length gown.The form-fitting piece had floral cups, a plunging neckline, and all-over sequins that matched her glowing jewelry.
Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley wore opposite styles.
Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley at the 2025 CMA Awards in Nashville.
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On their own, each star looked great. Cyrus wore baggy black trousers, cowboy boots, a satin blazer, a matching shirt, sunglasses, and a few rings.Hurley wore a red evening gown with a deep V-neckline, all-over sparkles, and a thigh-high slit. It was designed by Alberto Audenino.Together, though, the outfits clashed. The couple looked like they were attending different events.
Lainey Wilson took her signature style to a new level.
Lainey Wilson at the 2025 CMA Awards in Nashville.
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She posed on the red carpet in a stunning Reem Acra set. It featured an ocean-blue catsuit with a plunging V-neckline, a satin waistband, and sparkle embellishments.The garment also had a teal cape attached at the shoulders, which matched her tall cowboy hat.Wilson completed the fun and slightly daring look with pointed pumps and diamond earrings.
One of her stage looks, however, completely missed the mark.
Lainey Wilson onstage at the 2025 CMA Awards in Nashville.
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As host of the CMA Awards, Wilson made numerous outfit changes throughout the night.One included a long-sleeved, camouflage dress with a floor-length, pleated skirt. The outfit also included a long brown belt, leather gloves, and a cowboy hat.The outfit’s country vibes were strong, but it ultimately looked more like a costume than a high-fashion piece.
Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter from The War and Treaty were perfectly coordinated.
Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter at the 2025 CMA Awards in Nashville.
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Trotter Jr. posed in black slacks, leather dress shoes, a black cowboy hat, a matching T-shirt, and a suede jacket embellished with white rose appliqués.Trotter, on the other hand, wore a strapless midi dress that hugged her body and flared with tulle at the knees. She paired it with black heels, lace gloves, statement earrings, and a cowboy hat.Their outfits matched, honored famous country styles, and still showed their unique fashion tastes.
There were too many mismatched colors between Morgane Stapleton and Chris Stapleton.
Morgane Stapleton and Chris Stapleton at the 2025 CMA Awards in Nashville.
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The country star kept his outfit simple. He wore dark pants and a blazer, a navy satin shirt, brown cowboy boots, and a light cowboy hat with a turquoise stone in the center.Morgane Stapleton, on the other hand, wore a plum-colored midi dress covered in sparkles. She also donned a silver necklace and black pumps with hot-pink flower embellishments.Both Stapletons looked great, but it would’ve been nice to see some color coordination between them. A turquoise accessory on Morgane Stapleton would have worked, or a plum brooch for her husband.
Shaboozey elevated blue jeans with classic Western wear.
Shaboozey at the 2025 CMA Awards in Nashville.
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Shaboozey hit the red carpet in light-wash jeans, a white tank top, and a statement jacket made from black suede and rhinestone appliqués.The latter piece matched his steel-toed cowboy boots, while his cream-colored cowboy hat added just the right amount of contrast.The outfit was simple but effective.
Riley Green’s suit would have been better for an office event.
Riley Green at the 2025 CMA Awards in Nashville.
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The country musician wore a wide-brimmed cowboy hat, dark brown dress shoes, a white button-down shirt, and a green-and-brown tie.He also wore a herringbone suit in gray, which unfortunately looked too corporate for a celebratory night of music.
Kelsea Ballerini was a vision in red.
Kelsea Ballerini at the 2025 CMA Awards in Nashville.
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She wore a strapless Christian Siriano design made from sheer tulle. The fabric wrapped around her body and created a wavy neckline that highlighted her rosy makeup.The dress was unique, fun, and just daring enough to make you look twice.
Megan Moroney seemed overwhelmed by her dramatic gown.
Megan Moroney at the 2025 CMA Awards in Nashville.
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She arrived at the CMA Awards wearing a strapless gown made from black satin and rows of silver rhinestones.The dress was pretty, but it was overshadowed by her velvet cape and matching gloves. The outfit would have been more glamorous without the latter accessories.
Each member of Old Dominion rocked their own version of a classic suit.
Old Dominion at the 2025 CMA Awards in Nashville.
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Their outfits included blazers made from velvet and satin, a turtleneck top, skinny trousers, white button-downs, and more.Each member looked sharp on their own, and together, the band was a fashion force.
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