The 2023 CMT Music Awards was a night to remember as it brought together the biggest names in country music. Held at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas, the event was filled with amazing performances, heartfelt speeches, and some of the most stunning fashion statements of the year. Among those who stood out was Lainey Wilson, a rising star who stunned attendees with her unique fashion style and impressive performance.
Lainey Wilson’s Unique Fashion Style at the 2023 CMT Music Awards
Known for her mesmerizing music and acting skills on ‘Yellowstone,’ Lainey Wilson proved that she was also a force to be reckoned with when it comes to fashion. The singer walked down the red carpet in a two-piece, see-through Zhivago black dress that left audiences in awe. The top half of the outfit featured delicate lace detailing and a black bra peeking out from underneath while the bottom half consisted of flowing pants with a high slit and ruching towards the waistline.
To complete her look, Lainey accessorized with a black clutch purse, gold platform heeled sandals, a feather behind her left ear, a long necklace, rings, and earrings. Fans praised her fashion choice on social media, with many describing it as unique and stunning.
Lainey Wilson Wins Her First-Ever CMT Music Award
Lainey Wilson’s night at the CMT Music Awards became even more memorable when she won her first-ever CMT Music Award. She took home the award for Collaborative Video of the Year for “wait in the truck,” alongside HARDY and Justin Clough.
During her acceptance speech, Lainey thanked everyone who worked on the video with her and expressed her gratitude for being recognized after working hard for over 11 years. Lainey had also been nominated for Video of the Year, Female Video of the Year, and CMT Performance of the Year.
The Best Moments of the 2023 CMT Music Awards
Apart from Lainey Wilson’s stunning fashion statement and her first-ever win at the CMT Music Awards, the event was filled with other unforgettable moments.
Carrie Underwood, who holds the record for most wins in CMT history, was nominated again this year for Video of the Year. Although she did not win this time around, she received a standing ovation as she sang ‘Something in the Water.’
The ceremony featured performances by various artists including Gwen Stefani, LeAnn Rimes, Keith Urban, and Alanis Morissette. Shania Twain was presented with the 2023 “CMT Equal Play Award” while Stevie Ray Vaughan and Lynyrd Skynyrd were honored with tribute performances by various artists.
The winners of different categories were announced on stage, with Kane Brown winning Video of the Year and Lainey Wilson winning Collaborative Video of the Year. There were also winners for Male Video of the Year, Group/Duo Video of the Year, Female Breakthrough Video of the Year, Male Breakthrough Video of the Year, Collaborative Video of the Year, CMT Performance of the Year, and CMT DigitalFirst Performance of the Year.
Overall, the 2023 CMT Music Awards proved to be a night to remember as it brought together some of country music’s biggest stars and celebrated their accomplishments in style.
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