49th Academy of Country Music Awards: 8 Best Long Dresses

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The MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas was packed with stars on April 6 for the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards. As expected, the fashion for the huge red carpet event was breathtaking. We especially noted the extravagant and glamorous display of long dresses from stars like Faith Hill, Taylor Swift, and Shakira. There was no designer favorite, which was good because the varied styles and tastes made the red carpet even more interesting. Curious? Check out our top favorites below!

1. Taylor Swift in J. Mendel

Taylor Swift never misses, does she? She chose a two-piece dress by J. Mendel, which is composed of a slashed ivory crop top and a black column skirt with a thigh-high slit. Her earrings and bracelet are by Marina B., and her black clutch was by M2 Malletier. She wore a sexy pair of strappy black “Trikini” sandals from Casadei that matched her outfit.

Taylor Swift in a two-tone J. Mendel gown at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

Taylor Swift in a two-tone J. Mendel gown at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

Taylor Swift in a two-tone J. Mendel gown at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014Taylor Swift in a two-tone J. Mendel gown at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

2. Olivia Munn in Reem Acra

Olivia Munn was sizzling in a red Reem Acra gown. Its main highlight is the plunging neckline and the thigh-high slit on the side. The dress was semi-sheer and featured bejeweled accents on the shoulders. The seal the look, Munn wore matching silver sandals and diamond drop earrings.

Olivia Munn in a red gown by Reem Acra at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

Olivia Munn in a red gown by Reem Acra at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014Olivia Munn in a red gown by Reem Acra at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

3. Jewel in Georges Chakra

Joining the black-and-white club, musician Jewel showed up at the event in an empire-cut Georges Chakra haltered gown. The dress features a plunging neckline and a black lace overlay on the front. She also had a Kotur clutch, a Carla Amorin ring, and Doves rings and earrings. Her shoes were by Jerome Rousseau.

Jewel in a black-and-white gown by Georges Chakra at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

Jewel in a black-and-white gown by Georges Chakra at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014Jewel in a black-and-white gown by Georges Chakra at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

4. Sheryl Crow in Christian Siriano

Probably the best dressed that night, Sheryl Crow chose to attend the awards show in a Christian Siriano creation from the designer’s fall 2014 collection. It was a black, semi-sheer diamond-cut bodice gown that features an impressive train. The musician accessorized with a gorgeous pair of dangling gold earrings by Neil Lane to match the geometric theme of her dress.

Sheryl Crow in a diamond-cut bodice gown by Christian Siriano at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

Sheryl Crow in a diamond-cut bodice gown by Christian Siriano at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014Sheryl Crow in a diamond-cut bodice gown by Christian Siriano at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

5. Carrie Underwood in Oscar de la Renta

Glowing in white was Carrie Underwood in a column gown by Oscar de la Renta. There was a bit of a vintage vibe to the tiered dress and its layers of fringes. For her accessories, she aptly chose a simple white minaudiere, Jimmy Choos, and jewelry by David Yurman.

Carrie Underwood in a fringed white gown by Oscar de la Renta at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

Carrie Underwood in a fringed white gown by Oscar de la Renta at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

Carrie Underwood in a fringed white gown by Oscar de la Renta at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014Carrie Underwood in a fringed white gown by Oscar de la Renta at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

6. Miranda Lambert in Randi Rahm

One of the big time winners that night was Miranda Lambert, who received her awards in a beaded nude gown by Randi Rahm. She was sparkling! And we love that she accessorized with bronze-toned hoop earrings with dazzling embellishments and with a rectangular bronze clutch.

Miranda Lambert in a beaded nude gown by Randi Rahm at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

Miranda Lambert in a beaded nude gown by Randi Rahm at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

Miranda Lambert in a beaded nude gown by Randi Rahm at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014Miranda Lambert in a beaded nude gown by Randi Rahm at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

7. Shakira in Zuhair Murad

The Colombian rock-pop musician Shakira showed off her famous curves in a sexy teal cutout gown by Zuhair Murad. The dress, which is from Murad’s fall 2014 collection, is embellished with sequins and black mesh and features a nude underlay.

Shakira in a teal cutout gown by Zuhair Murad at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

Shakira in a teal cutout gown by Zuhair Murad at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014Shakira in a teal cutout gown by Zuhair Murad at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

8. Kellie Pickler in Romona Keveza

Looking sweet and bubbly in lavender was Kellie Pickler, who chose a voluminous gown by Romona Keveza. The chiffon creation is almost wedding-gown quality, with its classy ruching and train, sweetheart neckline, and embellished silk belt.

Kellie Pickler in Romona Keveza

Kellie Picker in a lavender chiffon gown by Romona Keveza at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

Kellie Picker in a lavender chiffon gown by Romona Keveza at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014Kellie Picker in a lavender chiffon gown by Romona Keveza at the 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 6, 2014

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