IN LOVE WITH THE FANS

Posted Apr 10 2009 @ 02:33 PM

Looking ravishing in red, Taylor Swift made a splash on the red carpet of the 2009 Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on April 5. Love the dramatic crimson shade of this sculptured one shoulder gown by Angel Sanchez, but do you think the shade is too much for her pale complexion? Likewise with the red lips - dramatic, classic look but the April Allure magazine cover was enough, don’t you think? It’s kind of matchy-matchy with such a “look at ME!” dress, in my opinion. If red is your shade, try CoutureCandy's options like Jenny Packham's Flame Dress in Flame or make it casual for summer with Plenty by Tracy Reese's Maxi Slip Dress in Red. Tay accessorized with earrings and a silver cuff by Neil Lane (opt for Michele Michel's slender Swirl Bracelet in Silver with flashy Red Jade Earrings in Red Jade to add a little color to any 'fit), holding a petite beaded clutch by VBH (try something versatile like Posse New York's Catalina Bag in Tan Pearl). What do you think her of awards show fashion choices - does she rock it or take it too far over the top? At the ceremony held at the MGM Grand on Sunday, Taylor was up for four awards and came home with the honors for Best Album of the Year for her breakthrough second CD, Fearless. Reba McEntire hosted the show and presented Taylor with a surprise award - the Crystal Milestone award for selling more albums than any other country artist this year. Attracting a younger audience to the country music scene doesn't hurt either! In her acceptance speech, Taylor acknowledged the millions of fans that have made her famous: "I want to thank my band and crew who go all over the world with us… And to the beautiful fans, to you guys who come out to my shows, I have absolutely fallen in love with you, and I will never forget you -- ever." Tay also performed twice, "appearing" to play piano and belt out her single "You're Not Sorry" followed by the more energetic hit "Picture to Burn". Both are angry girl ballads, but you can't help but love her! If any of you are country music fans, who were you rooting for at this year's awards show?

Taylor Swift seen in Las Vegas, NV on Apr 05 2009.