27. BEST: Carrie Underwood added some edge to the Academy of Country Music Awards, wearing powerful purple Jean Fares Couture gown, which featured edgy embellished pockets and a super low-cut back. 29. BEST: Julianne Hough brightened up the carpet of the Academy of Country Music Awards in a fresh and fabulous fashion. The beautiful Burlesque star and girlfriend of Ryan Seacrest stunned in a coral halter gown, which she paired with emerald and gold jewels and a crafty VBH clutch.