By Jacqueline Lindenberg For Dailymail.Com
Published: 20:47 EDT, 28 September 2023 | Updated: 23:01 EDT, 28 September 2023 Metallic Gold Yarn
Kelsea Ballerini put on a sizzling display as she joined fellow singers Lainey Wilson and Carly Pearce at the star-studded People's Choice Country Awards in Nashville on Thursday.
The Miss Me More hitmaker, 30, who recently unveiled a new hummingbird back tattoo, turned heads at the inaugural event located at the Grand Ole Opry with the Watermelon Moonshine singer, 31, and Pearce, 33.
Ballerini - who was one of the performers during the big night - showed off her toned legs wearing a black, long-sleeved minidress that was made of a sparkling, sequin material.
She slipped into a pair of closed-toed, black heels that were secured with thin straps that wrapped around her ankles.
Her blonde locks were pulled back into a stylish up do, allowing a few loose strands to border the sides of her face.
Dazzling: Kelsea Ballerini, 30, put on a sizzling display as she joined fellow singers Lainey Wilson, 31, and Carly Pearce, 33, at the star-studded People's Choice Country Awards in Nashville on Thursday
Her makeup was glammed up for the evening, and comprised of a layer of mascara to her lashes as well as a smoky shadow around her eyes.
Kelsea added a warm blush and highlighter to better accentuate her cheekbones as well as a glossy, nude-colored tint to her lips.
She opted for minimal accessories to allow her outfit to be the main focal point and added flashy, silver ear cuffs.
The beauty showed off her a few of her favorite poses on the red carpet before heading inside the main venue ahead of the ceremony.
At one point, she turned her back towards the camera to give a glimpse of her new ink which was partially concealed by her dress.
Lainey Wilson was dressed to impress at the event, and flashed her taut midriff wearing a silver, sequin cropped top that was tied at the front.
The songstress - who won the Female Artist of 2023 award at the ceremony - slipped into a pair of matching, flared trousers which concealed the shoes that she had chosen to wear for the night.
She added a cowboy hat with rhinestone details on top of her head that partially concealed her blonde locks that flowed down in waves past her shoulders.
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Stunning: Ballerini - who was one of the performers during the big night - showed off her toned legs wearing a black, long-sleeved minidress that was made of a sparkling, sequin material
Having fun: She slipped into a pair of closed-toed, black heels that were secured with thin straps that wrapped around her ankles
New tattoo: At one point, she turned her back towards the camera to give a glimpse of her new ink which was partially concealed by her dress
Striking a pose: She opted for minimal accessories to allow her outfit to be the main focal point and added flashy, silver ear cuffs
Eye-catching: Lainey Wilson was dressed to impress at the event, and flashed her taut midriff wearing a silver, sequin cropped top that was tied at the front
Flashy details: She added a cowboy hat with rhinestone details on top of her head that partially concealed her blonde locks that flowed down in waves past her shoulders
Wilson accessorized her ensemble with a gold-chained belt was wrapped around her waist, as well as various silver and gold-chained necklaces.
The beauty also added a pair of gold, dangly earrings as well as an assortment of chunky rings on each of her hands.
While on the red carpet, Lainey was seen carrying a glittering clutch bag in her hand to hold a few items she needed during the event.
The Heart Like A Truck hitmaker added a layer of mascara to her long lashes as well as a smoky shadow around her eyes. A rosy pink, glossy tint was added to her lips for a finishing touch.
She crossed paths HARDY on the red carpet who was dressed in an all-black ensemble. He was seen sporting a pair of black pants as well as a plain black, T-shirt as well as a jacket.
The Truck Bed hitmaker - who was also a performer during the event - threw a black printed cap on top of his head to complete his overall look.
Carly Pearce also put on a glammed up display wearing a gray, tasseled dress that was held up with straps that wrapped around her shoulders.
She slipped into a pair of open-toed, silver strappy heels and added a pair of elegant, gold-hooped earrings for a flashy touch to the look.
Fashionable: Wilson accessorized her ensemble with a gold-chained belt was wrapped around her waist, as well as various silver and gold-chained necklaces
Crossing paths: She crossed paths HARDY on the red carpet who was dressed in an all-black ensemble
Glammed up: Carly Pearce also put on a glammed up display wearing a gray, tasseled dress that was held up with straps that wrapped around her shoulders
Making memories: Carly was seen meeting up with Kelsea and the pair paused for a few memorable snaps together before the ceremony commenced at the Grand Ole Opry
Stylish duo: Ballerini and Pearce flashed small smiles towards the camera as they stopped for a photo together
The Every Little Thing songstress also added dainty bracelets on each of her wrists while striking a variety of poses on the red carpet.
The star also added a layer of mascara to her lashes as well as a shimmering, bronze shadow around her eyes.
Carly was seen meeting up with Kelsea and the pair paused for a few memorable snaps together before the ceremony commenced at the Grand Ole Opry.
Jessie James Decker proudly showcased her growing baby bump wearing a black minidress with silver, rhinestone details on the neckline of the outfit.
The I Still Love You hitmaker slipped into a pair of open-toed, black heels that were secured with thin straps that wrapped around her ankles.
Her locks were parted in the middle and effortlessly flowed down naturally past her shoulders.
The star's husband, Eric Decker, also joined Jessie as they walked the red carpet together. He was dapper in a dark gray suit and added a plain, white shirt underneath for a casual flare.
The former NFL star slipped into a pair of black dress shoes and was seen sweetly resting his hands on his wife's stomach during the quick photo session.
Baby bump! Jessie James Decker proudly showcased her growing baby bump wearing a black minidress with silver, rhinestone details on the neckline of the outfit
Elegant: The I Still Love You hitmaker slipped into a pair of open-toed, black heels that were secured with thin straps that wrapped around her ankles
Lovebirds: The star's husband, Eric Decker, also joined Jessie as they walked the red carpet together
Dapper: He was dapper in a dark gray suit and added a plain, white shirt underneath for a casual flare
Sense of style: Nikki Garcia showed off her own sense of style wearing a sleeveless, figure-hugging dress that contained printed images of denim material
Cheerful: The TV personality showcased her curves in the ensemble that contained a hem that fell down past her ankles
Nikki Garcia showed off her own sense of style wearing a sleeveless, figure-hugging dress that contained printed images of denim material.
The TV personality showcased her curves in the ensemble that contained a hem that fell down past her ankles.
She slipped into a pair of closed-toed, blue heels to coincide with the color scheme of the look.
Her dark locks were parted in the middle, and fell down straight to nearly brush past her shoulders.
Lauren Alaina opted for a pop of color in another tasseled gown that fell down towards the ground and contained a small, triangular-shaped cutout on the front.
The Road Less Traveled singer slipped into a pair of shiny, reddish-colored heels and was seen holding a gold clutch bag in her hand.
The beauty - who both performed and presented at the ceremony - happily flashed her engagement ring as she walked the red carpet.
She was joined by her fiance, Cam Arnold, who also expressed excitement. The pair announced their engagement late last year in November.
Pop of color: Lauren Alaina opted for a pop of color in another tasseled gown that fell down towards the ground and contained a small, triangular-shaped cutout on the front
Excited: The beauty - who both performed and presented at the ceremony - happily flashed her engagement ring as she walked the red carpet
Lovely: The Road Less Traveled singer slipped into a pair of shiny, reddish-colored heels and was seen holding a gold clutch bag in her hand
Big milestone: She was joined by her fiance, Cam Arnold, who also expressed excitement after the pair announced their engagement late last year in November
Fun time: Arnold donned a sleek black suit and was seen pointing at Lauren's engagement ring which she held up for the cameras
Stunning: Wynonna Judd was also seen at the inaugural event, and donned a pair of flared, black pants as well as a matching jacket that contained longer fabric that fell down behind her
Special night: Judd was joined by her husband, Cactus Moser, who sported a pair of black pants as well as white dress shirt and black tie
Wynonna Judd was also seen at the inaugural event, and donned a pair of flared, black pants as well as a matching jacket that contained longer fabric that fell down behind her.
The Love Is Alive songstress added a buttoned vest as well as a ruffled, black lace blouse underneath.
The star was honored with the Country Champion Award for 'her decades-long music career and work in the community with organizations such as the Wounded Warrior Project,' per Billboard.
Judd was joined by her husband, Cactus Moser, who sported a pair of black pants as well as white dress shirt and black tie. He layered the outfit with a black jacket that was fastened at the front.
Hillary Scott of Lady A was also dressed to impress wearing a black, velvet dress that contained a cutout at the top and a hem that fell down past her knees.
The stylish outfit had ruched details on the front and the Need You Know hitmaker added sheer black tights as well as closed-toed, black heels to the look.
Her brunette locks were parted in the middle, and cascaded down past her shoulders in light waves.
Scott was joined with other members from the group including, Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood, who were also dressed for the event.
Beautiful: Hillary Scott of Lady A was also dressed to impress wearing a black, velvet dress that contained a cutout at the top and a hem that fell down past her knees
Other members: Scott was joined with other members from the group including, Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood, who were also dressed for the event
Glittering: Alana Springsteen turned heads wearing a glittering, green cropped top as well as matching, high-waisted trousers
Casual flare: For a casual touch to the look, the Twenty Something singer slipped into a pair of black and white-colored sneakers
Alana Springsteen turned heads wearing a glittering, green cropped top as well as matching, high-waisted trousers.
For a casual touch to the look, the Twenty Something singer slipped into a pair of black and white-colored sneakers.
Her blonde locks were parted in the middle, and effortlessly flowed down past her shoulders in light curls.
The beauty accessorized her look with dainty silver necklaces and struck a few poses on the red carpet.
Karen Fairchild was the epitome of class wearing a long-sleeved, black dress that contained a gold pattern throughout the fabric.
She slipped into a pair of open-toed, shiny gold heels that contained silver, rhinestone straps which sparkled under the bright lights.
The beauty - who is a member of the group Little Big Town - added gold, dangly earrings as well as chunky, gold rings for a flashy touch.
She was joined by other members of the group: Jimi Westbrook, Kimberly Schlapman, and Philip Sweet. The band notably also took to the stage during the People's Choice Country Awards.
Breathtaking: Karen Fairchild was the epitome of class wearing a long-sleeved, black dress that contained a gold pattern throughout the fabric
Joined: She was joined by other members of the group: Jimi Westbrook (seen above) Kimberly Schlapman, and Philip Sweet
Taking to the stage: The band notably also took to the stage during the People's Choice Country Awards
Big smile: Kimberly Schlapman donned a layered gown that flowed down to brush the ground as she attended the event on Thursday
A stunner: Katelyn Jae was an elegant beauty wearing a long-sleeved, bleu dress with ruched details on the left side
Fashionable duo: Jae was joined by Kane Brown who was dressed to impress in a pair of black trousers which were secured with a black belt
Big debut! Gabby Barrett proudly debuted her baby bump while stepping onto the red carpet while wearing a black, satin dress
Happy: She slipped into a pair of closed-toed, black heels and for an edgy flare, added a left sleeve that was covered in various silver chains
Mom-to-beP: The singer was seen cradling her burgeoning stomach as she posed for a few photos at the ceremony
Katelyn Jae was an elegant beauty wearing a long-sleeved, bleu dress with ruched details on the left side.
For a sultry flare, a thigh-high slit could be seen also on the left portion of the gown. She held a white, pearl-embellished purse in her hand to hold items she needed at the event.
Jae was joined by Kane Brown who was dressed to impress in a pair of black trousers which were secured with a black belt. He tucked in a black polo shirt and slipped into sleek, black dress shoes for a final touch.
Gabby Barrett proudly debuted her baby bump while stepping onto the red carpet while wearing a black, satin dress.
She slipped into a pair of closed-toed, black heels and for an edgy flare, added a left sleeve that was covered in various silver chains.
The singer was seen cradling her burgeoning stomach as she posed for a few photos at the ceremony.
Daira Eamon and Lily Rose were also seen at the event, and Eamon was seen wearing a sequin-embellished, floral ensemble. Rose dressed down in black trousers as well as a matching jacket on top.
The singer added a black hat on top of her head as well as a plain white shirt underneath.
Red carpet ready: Gabby's blonde locks were styled into an up do, allowing loose strands to border the sides of her face
Going sequin: Daira Eamon and Lily Rose were also seen at the event, and Eamon was seen wearing a sequin-embellished, floral ensemble
Dressing down: Rose dressed down in black trousers as well as a matching jacket on top and shared a kiss on Daira's cheek
Stylishly casual: The singer added a black hat on top of her head as well as a plain white shirt underneath
Feathery details: Daira slipped into a pair of open-toed, black strappy heels that contained feathery details on top
Sending smiles: Eamon's blonde locks were parted to the side and effortlessly flowed down past her shoulders in light curls
Having a blast: Lily Rose tossed her locks up into an up do, and was seen wearing a silver watch on her left wrist
Jaw-dropping: Natalie Stovall flashed a big smile wearing a tan-colored dress with a plunging neckline and a slit on the left side
Accompanied: Stovall was joined by Chuck Wicks who was seen wearing a pair of black slacks as well as a dark navy blazer
Posing for the camera: Wicks slipped into a pair of rhinestone-covered, black and silver dress shoes to complete his look
Sultry: Jesslee was stunning wearing a fitted black gown that contained sequin material as well as sheer fabric on the sides
Turning heads: MaRynn Taylor also opted for a black dress that had cutouts on the side and semi-sheer sleeves
Natalie Stovall flashed a big smile wearing a tan-colored dress with a plunging neckline and a slit on the left side.
A gold belt was secured around her waist and the beauty slipped into a pair of open-toed, black heels for a bit of color contrast to the look.
Her hair flowed down past her shoulders in a elegant waves, and she accessorized her look with flashy bracelets and a triangular-shaped, gold necklace.
Stovall was joined by Chuck Wicks who was seen wearing a pair of black slacks as well as a dark navy blazer.
Jesslee was stunning wearing a fitted black gown that contained sequin material as well as sheer fabric on the sides.
The Over Him hitmaker held a glittering, silver clutch in her hand and flashed a cheerful smile on the red carpet.
MaRynn Taylor also opted for a black dress that had cutouts on the side and semi-sheer sleeves. She held a silver clutch bag in her hand and accessorized her look with dainty, silver earrings.
Preppy: Mickey Guyton was preppy chic in a color, tweed blazer and matching miniskirt that contained hues of white, green, blue and also pink
Wow: Ashley Cooke showed off her toned frame in a white, bralette top as well as high-waisted slacks and a matching blazer
Dazzling: Hannah Brown also put on a dazzling display in a rose-gold, sequin dress that contained a cutout on her upper chest and a thigh-high slit
Going for color: Caitlynne Curtis wowed in a vibrant, purple suit that contained hot pink, feathery details for a pop of color
For the rhinestones: Darcy Mcqueeny flaunted her stunning curves wearing a long-sleeved, fitted black dress with silver, rhinestone details on the arms and sides
Classy: Dylan Dreyer was classy in a nude-colored dress with a black, lace overlay and slipped into a pair of open-toed, black heels
Mickey Guyton was preppy chic in a color, tweed blazer and matching miniskirt that contained hues of white, green, blue and also pink.
Ashley Cooke showed off her toned frame in a white, bralette top as well as high-waisted slacks and a matching blazer. She slipped into a chunky, white platform heels for a finishing touch.
Hannah Brown also put on a dazzling display in a rose-gold, sequin dress that contained a cutout on her upper chest and a thigh-high slit.
The one-shoulder gown fell down towards the ground, and revealed a pair of open-toed heels.
Caitlynne Curtis wowed in a vibrant, purple suit that contained hot pink, feathery details for a pop of color.
She added a pair of large, heart-shaped earrings as well as shades that contained a yellow tint on the lens.
Darcy Mcqueeny flaunted her stunning curves wearing a long-sleeved, fitted black dress with silver, rhinestone details on the arms and sides. She added long, dangly silver earrings for an additional flashy touch.
Dylan Dreyer was classy in a nude-colored dress with a black, lace overlay and slipped into a pair of open-toed, black heels.
Radiant: Kristen Cavallari was radiant wearing a strapless, fitted white gown with a thigh-high slit on the left side
Flashy touch: Priscilla Block turned heads donning a silver, corset top as well as shiny, silver sequin pants
Ready for the event: Hunter Hayes was seen sporting a pair of black pants as well as a black shirt and layered the ensemble with a dark navy jacket
Stylish pair: Tanya Trotter turned heads wearing a vibrant, turquoise gown while Michael Trotter Jr. of The War and Treaty was seen donning a pair of black pants as well as a silver jacket
Stunning trio: Lily Balkcom, Ellie Balkcom and Powell Balkcom all stunned in floor-length, satin gowns as they attended the People's Choice Country Awards on Thursday
Trea Swindle, Danica Hart and Devynn Hart of Chapel Hart color-coordinated in sparkling, silver ensembles as they stopped by the inaugural event
Kristen Cavallari was radiant wearing a strapless, fitted white gown with a thigh-high slit on the left side. She slipped into a pair of white, strappy heels and held a small, white purse in her hand.
Priscilla Block turned heads donning a silver, corset top as well as shiny, silver sequin pants. She added a dazzling choker necklace for an eye-catching flare to the outfit.
Hunter Hayes was seen sporting a pair of black pants as well as a black shirt and layered the ensemble with a dark navy jacket.
Tanya Trotter turned heads wearing a vibrant, turquoise gown while Michael Trotter Jr. of The War and Treaty was seen donning a pair of black pants as well as a silver jacket with yellow floral details.
Lily Balkcom, Ellie Balkcom and Powell Balkcom all stunned in floor-length, satin gowns as they attended the People's Choice Country Awards on Thursday.
Trea Swindle, Danica Hart and Devynn Hart of Chapel Hart color-coordinated in sparkling, silver ensembles as they stopped by the inaugural event.
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