Our Favorite CMA Red Carpet Looks

On Wednesday, November 5th, the 48th annual CMA Awards aired on ABC. This event, known as "country music's biggest night" brought in a total of 16.1 million views. Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley returned as co-hosts on this popular show. The fashion is always glamorous at these events, and this year did not disappoint. Here are four of our favorite red carpet looks from this eventful night.

1. Host Carrie Underwood looked beautiful as always in a golden ombre Lorena Sarbu gown with intricate crystal embroidery. This high low dress was the perfect way to show off her Jimmy Choo shoes.

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2. New country starlet, Lucy Hale looked classy in this red Romona Keveza silk crepe gown. We love her choice of a bright red lip to complete the look.

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3. Pop sensation Meghan Trainor wore an elegant lacy, blue dress by Monique Lhuillier.

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4. Cassadee Pope wore Aidan Mattox. This chic black top looks absolutely gorgeous with her metallic skirt and statement necklace.

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 Did YOU have any favorite looks from the night? Let us know in the comments below!

(photos 1-3 provided by USA Today, photo 4 provided by E!)

49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards

This past Sunday, Luke Bryan and Blake Shelton hit the stage hosting the 2014 ACM Awards where countless country musicians were recognized and presented awards in front of many other talented musicians. The night was filled with incredible performances by numerous artists such as Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum, and Rascal Flatts.

Carrie Underwood, being one of the presenters at the awards show looked absolutely stunning. Wearing an Oscar de la Renta beaded fringe gown surpassed our expectations on the red carpet. This dress is unlike any other in the way it covers, sways, and fits Carrie beautifully. This is definitely not the first time we have caught Carrie looking amazing on the red carpet.

Kimberly Perry, lead singer of The Band Perry wore a slimming black Georges Hobeika dress where she was able to accept an award for 'Vocal Group of the Year' at the event. Kimberly and her two brother's Neil and Reid make up The Band Perry where they were also able to perform their single 'Chainsaw' after accepting their award.

Sheryl Crow arrived at the event wearing a black geometric Christian Siriano dress, where later she performed the song 'I Hold On' with country singer Dierks Bentley. Their performance ended with a standing ovation from the crowd alongside a standing ovation from us when it comes to her style!

Thrifty Thursday: Three Church Outfits on a Budget

[blockquote]It's always important to look your best and present yourself with class -- and that most certainly shouldn't change just because you're going to church. You don't have to wear a dress that goes down to your ankles or clunky penny-loafers to be presentable for church either. Check out these three different -- yet modest and cute -- outfits on a budget![/blockquote] (To see where we found each item of clothing for sale, click on the smaller pictures.)

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[blockquote]When you are replicating a look, make sure to make it your own. That's why we selected a shirt that's different, but still very inspired. Think about what items in an outfit really stand out to you and WHY! If you really like Carrie's shoes, then find similar ones and create your own outfits centered around that piece.[/blockquote]

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[blockquote]This last look can be pulled together from so many basic items in your wardrobe, and since all of the pieces are neutral colors in black, white, and gold, they would be an investment to purchase because you'll be able to wear them again and again. [/blockquote][divider_line]

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