But the nights most fashionable looks were not limited to the newcomers.
Some of country musics most-established names took the red carpet by storm.
TheBig Skyactress performed in an opening medley with Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert dedicated to the late Loretta Lynn.
Wynonna Judd, 58
Judd glittered in a shimmery gold ensemble with train from RVNG Couture.
Jo Dee Messina, 52
Messina went the short (and sexy) route.
Honorable Mention:
Luke Bryan, 46
Sure, he not quite 50.