Looks Carrie Underwood Has Rocked at the ACM Awards Over the Years

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Since bursting into the country music scene through American Idol back in 2005, Carrie Underwood has proven she’s a force to be reckoned with. From iconic songs like “Jesus Take the Wheel” or “Before He Cheats” back in 2005, to her show-stopping red carpet looks ever since, she’s proved to be one of the best stars in the genre, both on the radio and on the carpet.

And, of course, as she climbed the charts of country music, the singer became a must-have guest list at one of country’s biggest awards shows, the Academy of Country Music Awards. So, in honor of the star-studded award show on May 16, we’ve compiled a list of all of Underwood’s looks from the show in the past. From her many golden red carpet looks to her dramatic stage outfits that always perfectly reflect the songs she’s singing, she’s worn it all.

At tonight’s event, Underwood isn’t nominated but we’re still hoping for a stunning red carpet appearance to keep her streak of stunning looks going.

Check out all her best looks from the award show below!

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All About the Legs (2022)

All About the Legs (2022)
All About the Legs (2022)

When Underwood showed up in this sequined halter mini dress to the 2022 red carpet, all we could think of was what leg workout she did and if we could get it for ourselves.

All-Black Beauty (2022)

All-Black Beauty (2022)
All-Black Beauty (2022)

Underwood matched with fellow singer Jason Aldean in all-black looks in their 2022 performance.

Rainbow-Inspired (2022)

Rainbow-Inspired (2022)
Rainbow-Inspired (2022)

After accepting the Single of the Year award for “If I Didn’t Love You” at the 2022 Awards, Underwood posed for pictures in this rainbow-colored structured dress.

Looking Angelic (2021)

Looking Angelic (2021)
Looking Angelic (2021)

After skipping the carpet in 2021, Underwood looked like an angel in this cream-colored dress with cascading diamonds as she performed with CeCe Winans.

Like a Rose (2020)

Like a Rose (2020)
Like a Rose (2020)

Underwood embraced the blush tones in this billowing pink and red dress at her 2020 performance.

Giving the Angelina Jolie Leg (2020)

Giving the Angelina Jolie Leg (2020)
Giving the Angelina Jolie Leg (2020)

Underwood then changed at the 2020 event and rocked this incredible black glittery number with a high slit and buckle details on one leg.

One-Shoulder Wonder (2019)

One-Shoulder Wonder (2019)
One-Shoulder Wonder (2019)

The singer looked unbelievably elegant at the 2019 Awards in this glittery silver and black dress on the red carpet.

Keeping It Colorful (2019)

Keeping It Colorful (2019)
Keeping It Colorful (2019)

Underwood exuded joy as she performed at the 2019 show in this multi-colored fringe dress.

Beautiful in Blue (2019)

Beautiful in Blue (2019)
Beautiful in Blue (2019)

Also at the 2019 show, Underwood performed once again in this light-blue-to-dark-blue one-shoulder gown.

Definition of Ethereal (2018)

Definition of Ethereal (2018)
Definition of Ethereal (2018)

Underwood looked like the true definition of ethereal in this plunging floral and tulle dress at the 2018 red carpet.

Fringe Meets Metallic (2018)

Fringe Meets Metallic (2018)
Fringe Meets Metallic (2018)

On the stage, Underwood combined two of her favorite trends, metallic and fringe, in this fun mini-dress.

Totally Bejeweled (2017)

Totally Bejeweled (2017)
Totally Bejeweled (2017)

In 2017, Underwood turned heads in one of our favorite looks of her do date: a sheer silver bejeweled gown with a tulle skirt.

Metallic Muse (2017)

Metallic Muse (2017)
Metallic Muse (2017)

For her performance, Underwood wore a gold and silver mini-dress that showed off her ultra-toned legs.

A Twist on the LBD (2017)

A Twist on the LBD (2017)
A Twist on the LBD (2017)

In another 2017 performance, Underwood gave her spin on the little black dress in this fringed mini-dress performing alongside Keith Urban.

Belt It Up (2017)

Belt It Up (2017)
Belt It Up (2017)

After performing, Underwood rocked this fun layered black dress with a belt at the waist.

Stunning in Sheer (2016)

Stunning in Sheer (2016)
Stunning in Sheer (2016)

On the 2016 red carpet, Underwood wore gold once again in this art deco-inspired sheer dress.

Silver Stunner (2016)

Silver Stunner (2016)
Silver Stunner (2016)

Taking the stage, Underwood added a black smokey eye as she rocked this silver mini dress during her 2016 performance.

Riding the Waves (2014)

Riding the Waves (2014)
Riding the Waves (2014)

Underwood wore this unique wavy golden and ivory gown to the 2014 red carpet.

Floral Fantasy (2013)

Floral Fantasy (2013)
Floral Fantasy (2013)

Underwood embraced this oversized floral-printed dress on the 2013 red carpet.

Power Duo (2013)

Power Duo (2013)
Power Duo (2013)

Underwood then performed again in this one-shoulder embellished mini dress alongside fellow country star Brad Paisley.

A Classic LBD (2013)

A Classic LBD (2013)
A Classic LBD (2013)

Underwood performed at the 2013 show in this lace little black dress. Anyone else getting Madonna vibes?

Country Royalty (2012)

Country Royalty (2012)
Country Royalty (2012)

On the 2012 red carpet, Underwood looked like a princess in this ruched cream-colored strapless gown.

Performance Ready (2012)

Performance Ready (2012)
Performance Ready (2012)

Underwood performed at the 2012 show in this fringed pink and red dress. When she moved, the dress moved with her.

Fancy Fuchsia (2012)

Fancy Fuchsia (2012)
Fancy Fuchsia (2012)

Underwood change outfits yet again at the 2012 show in this plunging fuchsia number.

Pretty in Purple (2011)

Pretty in Purple (2011)
Pretty in Purple (2011)

On the 2011 red carpet, Underwood was all smiles in this purple dress with floral embellishments on the side.

Punk Edge (2011)

Punk Edge (2011)
Punk Edge (2011)

Bringing out her inner rocker, Underwood performed in this punk-inspired outfit alongside Aerosmith star Steven Tyler in 2011.

Style Chameleon (2011)

Style Chameleon (2011)
Style Chameleon (2011)

Underwood then did a total style 180 as she performed a second time in this embellished sequined long-sleeve mini dress.

All About Sequins (2010)

All About Sequins (2010)
All About Sequins (2010)

Performing alongside Miranda Lambert at the 2010 show, Underwood looked incredible in this purple sequined mini dress.

Golden Girl (2010)

Golden Girl (2010)
Golden Girl (2010)

In 2010, Underwood looked adorable in this gold one-shoulder dress.

Flower Power (2010)

Flower Power (2010)
Flower Power (2010)

In her 2010 performance, Underwood looked like the definition of enchanting in this colorful floral gown.

She’s a Winner, Baby! (2010)

She’s a Winner, Baby! (2010)
She’s a Winner, Baby! (2010)

As she received her Entertainer Of The Year and the Triple Crown Awards, Underwood looked stunning in this figure-flattering plunging silver dress.

White Elegance (2009)

White Elegance (2009)
White Elegance (2009)

At the 2009 carpet, Underwood looked ultra chic in this white one-shoulder gown.

Mini Marvel (2009)

Mini Marvel (2009)
Mini Marvel (2009)

Continuing the white looks, Underwood wowed as she performed in this white strapless mini dress in the 2009 show.

Bringing the Drama (2009)

Bringing the Drama (2009)
Bringing the Drama (2009)

During another performance at the 2009 show, Underwood brought the drama in this billowing deep red strapless gown. Stunning!

All About the Layers (2009)

All About the Layers (2009)
All About the Layers (2009)

At the 2009 show, Underwood accepted her Top Female Vocalist award in this layered white dress with a silver halter neckline.

Fringe Fun (2008)

Fringe Fun (2008)
Fringe Fun (2008)

Underwood wore a gold dress on the 2008 red carpet and we love this fun fringe dress.

Jumpsuit Joy (2008)

Jumpsuit Joy (2008)
Jumpsuit Joy (2008)

For her 2008 performance, Underwood wore this white jumpsuit with silver details.

Beautiful in Burgundy (2008)

Beautiful in Burgundy (2008)
Beautiful in Burgundy (2008)

After the 2008 show, Underwood turned heads in this strapless burgundy dress with floral details on the skirt.

Golden Goddess (2007)

Golden Goddess (2007)
Golden Goddess (2007)

At the 2007 show, Underwood opted for gold on the carpet yet again in this patterned strapless dress.

Suiting Up (2007)

Suiting Up (2007)
Suiting Up (2007)

On the stage, Underwood looked gorgeous in this menswear-inspired look of a white vest and black trousers.

Country Blues (2007)

Country Blues (2007)
Country Blues (2007)

Underwood then changed it up with a blue halter dress after her performance.

Gold Glamour (2006)

Gold Glamour (2006)
Gold Glamour (2006)

Carrie Underwood wowed in the 2006 ACM Awards in this plunging gold gown.

Her First Performance (2006)

Her First Performance (2006)
Her First Performance (2006)

At the 2006 show, Underwood performed at the ACMA stage for the first time in this brown and gold number.

Third Time’s a Charm (2006)

Third Time’s a Charm (2006)
Third Time’s a Charm (2006)

After performing, she changed outfits yet again in this sequined black cocktail dress with a pastel blue belt around the waist.