Lainey Wilson stuns in red at the 61st ACM Awards with bold fashion
The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards took place on Sunday night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Shania Twain hosted the event for the first time, while Lainey Wilson made a bold fashion statement on the arrival carpet. Wilson arrived in a striking red strapless gown designed by Marmar Halim Zulema. The dress featured a fitted bodice, a cinched waist, and a fringed skirt that swayed as she moved. Gold dangle earrings completed the look, adding a boho touch to her ensemble.
She posed alongside her husband, Devlin 'Duck' Hodges, before joining the night’s performances. Other artists on stage included Kacey Musgraves, Miranda Lambert, Blake Shelton, Kane Brown, and Cody Johnson. Wilson has long used fashion to express her artistic identity. As she once said, *‘Before I ever open my mouth, my clothes say something.’* For this event, her stylist was Alexandra Mandelkorn. Beyond red-carpet appearances, Wilson has expanded her brand collaborations. She now partners with Wrangler and launched her own boot line, *Golden West*, in 2025.
The ACM Awards showcased both musical talent and standout style. Wilson’s choice of gown and accessories reinforced her reputation for blending bold fashion with country music. The event marked another milestone in her growing influence within the industry.
