Kelsea Ballerini Nails Timeless Glam at 2025 ACM Awards • CelebMafia

Kelsea Ballerini stuns in a nude sequin David Koma gown at the 2025 ACM Awards, blending classic elegance with a daring twist.

Who says you can’t have it all? Kelsea Ballerini proved otherwise at the 2025 ACM Awards, serving a masterclass in timeless glam with a side of sultry edge. The country star stepped onto the red carpet in Frisco, Texas, in a custom David Koma Pre-Fall 2025 gown that balanced delicate sophistication with a bold, barely-there bra top. Sequins? Check. Tulle skirt with a handkerchief hem? Double check. This was a look designed to turn heads—and maybe even steal the show.

Paired with a smoky eye and a glossy nude lip, Ballerini’s beauty game was just as strong as her fashion. Her signature blonde locks were pulled into a low ponytail, with a few face-framing strands left loose for that I woke up like this vibe. Meanwhile, her beau, Chase Stokes, played the perfect foil in a sleek all-black ensemble that nodded to retro Johnny Cash cool.

With two major nominations (Female Artist and Entertainer of the Year), Ballerini wasn’t just dressing for the moment—she was dressing for history. “I wanted something timeless,” she told CountryNow. Mission accomplished.

So, what’s your take? Does Ballerini’s mix of classic and daring set a new standard for red-carpet glam, or is it a one-night wonder? Sound off below!

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