Red Carpet Report Card: 2011 ACM Awards
Taylor SwiftGrade: A
As usual, the country cutie did not disappoint upon arriving at the 2011 Academy of Country Music Awards -- held at the MGM Garden Arena in Las Vegas -- wearing a gorgeous pale yellow Elie Saab Couture gown. Neil Lane jewels and long wavy locks completed her elegant ensemble.
Carrie UnderwoodGrade: B+
Carrie Underwood -- who's also know for her impeccable sense of style -- picked a deep purple Jean Fares Couture frock for the occasion. While it didn't necessarily do her fab physique justice, Carrie still looked stunning.
Wynonna and Naomi Judd
Grade: F
On the flip side, mother-daughter duo Wynonna and Naomi Judd -- who aren't exactly known for being fashion plates -- also lived up to their reputations when they arrived wearing these garish getups.
Miranda LambertGrade: C
While she's currently one of country music's hottest stars, Miranda Lambert's low-cut, Grecian-style Lorena Sarbu gown was far from white hot. Instead of accentuating her curves, we have a feeling Miranda spent most of the night worrying about how to contain them!
Martina McBride
Grade: B+
Also opting for a Grecian goddess look was Martina McBride, who paired her one-shoulder Pamella Roland creation with an opulent gold belt and shoulder-grazing tassel earrings.
Reba McEntire
Grade: D
Reba McEntire, who co-hosted the show, hit the red carpet in a lackluster copper-colored gown, which perfectly matched her fiery tresses. A gothic cross choker and black cuff topped off her confusing look.
Lady Antebellum
Grade: B+
Hillary Scott flanked by bandmates Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood glammed it up in a gorgeous, beaded Georges Chakra gown and bold bangs.
Chace Crawford
Grade: B
"Gossip Girl" hunk Chace Crawford showed up for the event sporting slick-backed hair and a gray suit, which he dressed down with a casual, gray henley shirt. Think he was cheering on his ex-girlfriend Carrie Underwood?
Julianne Hough
Grade: B+
The pro dancer-turned-country singer strutted her stuff in a sexy coral halter dress. That Ryan Seacrest is one lucky guy, eh
Kristian Bush and Jennifer Nettles
Grade: B-
Sugarland's Kristian Bush stepped out in his signature suit and fedora, while Jennifer Nettles sported a black gown with interesting web detailing. Unfortunately, we couldn't take our eyes off her tacky wing-adorned heart tattoo!
Sara Evans
Grade: B
Sara Evans showed off her gams in a sparkly-yet-rather-casual BCBG Max Azria dress, blazer, and strappy platform sandals.
Darius Rucker
Grade: B
Former Hootie and the Blowfish frontman Darius Rucker opted to pair his crisp white blazer with a purple button-down and matching tie. Salt-and-pepper scruff completed his summery look.
Casey James
Grade: B
Following in Rucker's footsteps was former "American Idol" contestant Casey James, who suited up and even pulled his hair back into a ponytail for the occasion.
Diana DeGarmo
Grade: C-
Another "Idol," Diana DeGarmo, attempted to get all dolled up for the awards show ... in a pink prom bomb.
Luke Bryan
Grade: B-
Luke Bryan took a fashion risk by pairing his black jeans with a funky patterned black blazer. Do you think it was a hit ... or a miss?
Jennette McCurdy
Grade: D
"iCarly star/aspiring country singer Jennette McCurdy may only be 18, but she's certainly old enough to realize that her hideous, rhinestone-adorned Mandalay mini and hot pink peep-toes would garner her attention for all the wrong reasons!
Jake Owen
Grade: B+
While everyone might not agree, Jake Owen scored extra points with us for daring to be different in a dapper burgundy-and-gray pin-striped suit, which he accessorized with cowboy boots and boutonniere.
Laura Bell Bundy
Grade: A-
All eyes were on actress/singer Laura Bell Bundy thanks to her shimmering, embroidered Jean Fares Couture strapless mermaid gown.
Laura Bell Bundy
Grade: A-
All eyes were on actress/singer Laura Bell Bundy thanks to her shimmering, embroidered Jean Fares Couture strapless mermaid gown.
Brooklyn Decker
Grade: B+
Model/actress Brooklyn Decker modeled her new, short 'do in a simple -- yet classy -- form-fitting Victoria Beckham frock.
Alabama
Grade: D+
Alabama's Jeff Cook, Teddy Gentry, and Randy Owen have been together since 1969, but they might want to consider updating their look!
Sunny Sweeney
Grade: B-
Aside from her skunk-like locks, Sunny Sweeney played it safe in a navy, strapless number.
Meghan Linsey
Grade: C
Steel Magnolia's Meghan Linsey donned a ruffled Ina Soltani design, which she accessorized with black nails, a sparkling clutch, and a seriously outdated matronly 'do.
Josh Kelley
Grade: C+
Unfortunately, Katherine Heigl's singer/songwriter hubby Josh Kelley ruined his navy suit and checked shirt combo with a wrinkly tie.
Carter's Chord
Grade: B-
Musical sisters Emily, Becky, and Joanna Robertson looked cute in their minis. Too bad they paired their fun frocks with clunky footwear!
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban
Grade: B+
Despite their drastically different skin hues, Keith Urban and wife Nicole Kidman color-coordinated perfectly for the awards show in dark ensembles. Keith looked comfy in his suit thanks to his open-collar shirt, while Nicole vamped it up in a snakeskin L'Wren Scott frock, fur bolero, and black Manolo Blahniks.
Miranda Leigh Lambert (born November 10, 1983) is an American country music artist who gained fame as a finalist on the 2003 season of Nashville Star, where she finished in third place and later signed to Epic Records. Lambert made her debut with the release of "Me and Charlie Talking", the first single from her 2005 debut album Kerosene. This album, which was certified Platinum in the United States, also produced the singles "Bring Me Down", "Kerosene", and "New Strings". All four singles were Top 40 hits on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts.
