Kelsea Ballerini Embraces Peekaboo Bra Layering Trend, Shaboozey Brings Country Flair in Custom Coach and More Looks at 2025 ACM Awards

A bevy of country music’s stars hit the red carpet on Thursday for the 2025 ACM Awards in Frisco, Texas. The 60th annual Academy of Country Music Awards featured country core style, with contemporary spins on Western trends.

Kelsea Ballerini did couple coords with her partner, Chase Stokes, and Lainey Wilson brought her signature country flair. Ahead, WWD breaks down more looks from the 2025 ACM Awards.

Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes

Ballerini opted for a sequin gown with a flowing skirt by David Koma. Her dress also captured the peekaboo bra layering trend, contrasting black fabric with the beige hues of the dress. Stokes opted for all-black dressing to complement Ballerini’s attire. Ballerini’s look was curated by stylists Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haenn.

Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo

Jelly Roll wore a black, country-style dress shirt with ornate embroidery at the collar and subtle lace detailing, evoking the quintessential cowboy looks of yore. Bunnie Xo favored black lace, wearing a long-sleeve dress with cutouts and a thigh-high slit.

Shaboozey

Shaboozey styled a custom look courtesy of Coach, featuring monochrome brown leathery trousers and a coordinated jacket.

Reba McEntire

Reba McEntire brought adose of sparkle. The venerated country singer and longtime host of the awards show styled a coordinated look with black skinny pants, jacket and shirt. The look included tons of sparkle for added flair and a statement belt.

Mickey Guyton

Mickey Guyton opted for an ornate dress. The singer styled a shimmering gold gown with geometric inspiration when it came to the patterning of the dress. Her look shimmered on the red carpet thanks to intricate beading throughout.

Lainey Wilson

Wilson elevated her signature country style in this design courtesy of Anamika Khanna. The look featured black trousers with a plunging black jacket and a flowing train. The bodice of the long-sleeve jacket with a plunging neckline featured encrusted jeweled elements throughout. Charlie Horse Hats designed Wilson’s hat while her jewelry came courtesy of S. Carter Designs. Stylist Alexandra Mandelkorn curated her look.

Rita Wilson

Rita Wilson also opted for a glimmering look. The actress wore a silver cocktail dress with short sleeves and a midi hemline and a slightly dropped waist. She paired the look with translucent and gem-encrusted heels.

The 2025 ACM Awards were held on Thursday in Frisco, Texas, at the Ford Center at The Star. Reba McEntire served as the host for the evening. The awards show featured an opening with a 12-minute-long medley of past ACM Songs of the Year from over the course of six decades.