What a night for country music’s finest! The 2016 CMA Awards took place in Nashville Wednesday and it was every bit as fun and fashion-packed as you’d expect. Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley returned for their ninth consecutive appearance as the show’s co-hosts, filling the evening with their easy rapport and playful banter.
Between the star-studded arrivals and Bey’s high-octane performance, there were no shortage of highlights during the 50th anniversary run of the show. One of our favorites? Underwood’s many vibrant outfit changes. The veteran host and Vocalist of the Year winner had an impressive 11-plus ensembles at the ready, most of them featuring key fashions spanning the course of the show’s five decades.
VIDEO: The Hottest Looks from the 2016 CMA Awards
Take a look at some of the evening’s epic looks.
Belle of the Ball
Carrie Underwood kicked off the evening with a feminine dusty pink Michael Cinco couture fully-beaded gown from the fall-winter 2016 collection.
Superhero Sparkle
Underwood's one-shouldered Elie Madi minidress with cape sparkled in the light, showing off her toned figure and legs. She paired the look with with Arzano jewels and metallic Stuart Weitzman heels.
Airing "Dirty Laundry"
Gold Standard
Best of the '80s
Respect to Reba
The full-length custom scarlet Mac Duggal gown was an homage to country legend Reba McEntire's memorable 1993 CMAs dress. Underwood teamed her version with Rene Caovilla shoes, and jewelry from Joan Hornig and Graziela Gems.
Green with Envy
Underwood gave the '60s a nod in a sparkling Kelly green and nude Elie Madi fringe minidress with flower embellishments.
Sequins for Dolly
Underwood turned to a silver fringe Jovani gown in her Dolly Parton tribute. "Sequins all the way," she told People.
