The Sexiest CMA Awards Dresses of All Time: Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood & More

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November 8, 2023 1:11PM EST

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It’s no secret that the CMA Awards are one of the biggest nights in country music — but let’s not forget the fashion! From Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert to Kelsea Ballerini and Maren Morris, check out the sexiest dresses of all time at the Country Music Association Awards.

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Miranda Lambert in 2022

Miranda Lambert in 2022 — Miranda looked stunning in this pale pink and black lace number at the CMA Awards in November 2022.

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Carrie Underwood in 2022

Carrie Underwood in 2022 — Carrie Underwood doesn’t miss — and this gorgeous gown at the 56th Annual CMA Awards was no exception!

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Carley Pearce in 2022

Carley Pearce in 2022 — Carley Pearce looked elegant, yet sexy, in a white floor-length gown with a sizable cut-out at the November 2022 ceremony.

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Kelsea Ballerini in 2022

Kelsea Ballerini in 2022 — Kim Kardashian, is that you? Kelsea Ballerini turned heads in this blue Balenciaga gown at the CMAs in 2022.

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Carrie Underwood in 2021

Carrie Underwood in 2021 — Carrie Underwood looked like a space-age beauty queen during the 2021 Country Music Association Awards in Nashville, Tennessee on Nov. 10, 2021. Her gown was full of spiky silver details and she wore platform heels to the 55th annual event.

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Katy Perry in 2021

Katy Perry in 2021 — Katy Perry went back to her roots during the 55th annual CMA Awards in 2021. She wore a chocolate brown leather dress with pearls and a dark top knot.

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Jennifer Hudson in 2021

Jennifer Hudson in 2021 — Jennifer Hudson was so dramatic at the 2021 CMA Awards. Her wine red dress had a long silk train, lace bust, and matching gloves.

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Carly Pearce in 2021

Carly Pearce in 2021 — Carly Pearce struck a pose in navy blue during the 2021 CMA Awards. Her V-neck wrap number had sexy side cut-outs and a leg slit.

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Kelsea Ballerini in 2020

Kelsea Ballerini in 2020 — Kelsea Ballerini stuns at The 54th Annual CMA Awards in Downtown Nashville. She wore a strapless, red Dolce & Gabbana gown.

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Lauren Alaina in 2020

Lauren Alaina in 2020 — Lauren Alaina stunned at The 54th Annual CMA Awards. She wore a long-sleeved glittering gown with a high neckline.

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Maren Morris in 2020

Maren Morris in 2020 — Maren Morris arrives at The 54th Annual CMA Awards in November 2020. She wore a black Dolce & Gabbana two piece with a cape.

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Carly Pearce in 2020

Carly Pearce in 2020 — Carly Pearce arrives at The 54th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville. She wore a strapless green dress with a high slit.

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Miranda Lambert in 2020

Miranda Lambert in 2020 — Miranda Lambert rocks the red carpet at The 54th Annual CMA Awards. She wore a pink Alex Perry gown which featured long sleeves.

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Gabby Barrett in 2020

Gabby Barrett in 2020 — Gabby Barrett arrives at The 54th Annual CMA Awards. The pregnant country star wore a silver gown with a matching cape.

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Miranda Lambert in 2019

Miranda Lambert in 2019 — Miranda Lambert poses in the press room at the 53rd annual CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019, in Nashville. She worked such a fun and flirty dress!

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Carrie Underwood in 2016

Carrie Underwood in 2016 — Carrie Underwood at the 50th Annual Country Music Association (CMA) Awards held on November 2, 2016 at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. She glowed in this blush gown.

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Miranda Lambert in 2019

Miranda Lambert in 2019 — Always pretty in pink, but Miranda took things up a knotch with a thigh-high slit and deep plunge with her out to the 53rd Annual CMA Awards.

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Taylor Swift Presenting in 2016

Taylor Swift Presenting in 2016 — Taylor Swift presents the award for entertainer of the year at the 50th annual CMA Awards at the Bridgestone Arena in 2016. The singer donned a daring, modern look.

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Miranda Lambert in 2016

Miranda Lambert in 2016 — Miranda Lambert looked flawless at the 50th Annual CMA Awards in 2016. The “It All Comes Off In The Wash” singer sported a black gown that flowed with a classic silouhette.

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Lauren Alaina in 2018

Lauren Alaina in 2018 — Lauren Alaina at the 52nd Annual CMA Awards in 2018. Lauren truly looked like the belle of the ball in her Randi Rahm gown.

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Maren Morris in 2018

Maren Morris in 2018 — Maren Morris at the 52nd Annual CMA Awards in 2018. The singer literally sparkled in her Julien Macdonald gown.

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Olivia Culpo in 2018

Olivia Culpo in 2018 — Olivia Culpo at the 52nd Annual CMA Awards in 2018. The former beauty queen truly looked amazing, wearing Aadnevik.

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Bebe Rexha in 2018

Bebe Rexha in 2018 — Bebe Rexha at the 52nd Annual CMA Awards in 2018. The singer sparkled in her Coach, custom made, gown.

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Kelsea Ballerini in 2018

Kelsea Ballerini in 2018 — Kelsea Ballerini at the 52nd Annual CMA Awards in 2018. Kelsea went for a hot pink look with her gown designed by Zac Posen.

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Karlie Kloss in 2017

Karlie Kloss in 2017 — Karlie Kloss at the 51st Annual CMA Awards in 2017. The model looked stunning in her gown designed by Elie Saab.

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Kelsea Ballerini in 2017

Kelsea Ballerini in 2017 — Kelsea Ballerini at the 51st Annual CMA Awards. Kelsea looked great in her long sleeved dress, which featured a cut out on her torso.

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Carrie Underwood in 2017

Carrie Underwood in 2017 — Carrie Underwood at the 51st Annual CMA Awards. For the 2017 show, Carrie went with a dramatic look, designed by Fouad Sarkis Couture.

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Maren Morris in 2016

Maren Morris in 2016 — Maren Morris at the 50th Annual CMA Awards. At the 2016 awards show, Maren looked amazing, wearing a design by Michael Costello.

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Jamie Lynn Spears in 2016

Jamie Lynn Spears in 2016 — Jamie Lynn Spears at the 50th Annual CMA Awards in 2016. The starlet sparkled in her gow with a slits in her dress running up her legs.

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Kacey Musgraves in 2015

Kacey Musgraves in 2015 — Kacey Musgraves at the 49th Annual CMA Awards in 2015. The country starlet sported a dramatic cut that hugged her body perfectly for the night!

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Lauren Alaina in 2015

Lauren Alaina in 2015 — Lauren Alaina at the 49th Annual CMA Awards in 2015. Lauren looked so modern in her sparkling gown.

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Carrie Underwood in 2015

Carrie Underwood in 2015 — Carrie Underwood at the 49th Annual CMA Awards in 2015. Carrie looked amazing wearing Gauri & Nainika.

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Miranda Lambert in 2015

Miranda Lambert in 2015 — Miranda Lambert at the 49th annual CMA Awards in 2015. The country crooner looked modern and chic in her black gown.

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Taylor Swift in 2013

Taylor Swift in 2013 — Taylor Swift arrived at the 47th annual CMA Awards in 2013 with drama — in her dress! The beautiful red ensemble was gorgeous and classic.

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Taylor Swift in 2012

Taylor Swift in 2012 — Taylor Swift at the 46th Annual CMA Awards in 2012. The blonde beauty dazzled in her romantic gown.

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