T-SWIZZLE IN THE HOUSE

Posted Jun 19 2009 @ 10:47 AM

Bringing classy back to country, Taylor Swift looked elegant beyond her years at the Country Music Television Awards on June 16. The show is supposed to be the younger, cooler version of the other country music awards shows that have aired recently – and it shows. With guests including rapper T-Pain (and a hilarious video with Taylor, which I'll get to later), the show went on to include two live performances from Ms. Swift herself – one including joining Def Leopard for their classic "Pour Some Sugar On Me," one of T's favorite bands. Talk about a 19 year old's dream! Arriving at the event in a sparkly tiered mini dress (try Sue Wong's Beaded Bodice Empire Dress in Beige or brighten up in Walter's similar design Pleated Ruffle Poly Dress in Turquoise) and strappy metallic heels, Taylor chose a simple diamond bracelet and glamorous chandelier earrings (like Robyn Rhodes' Kaylee Earrings in Gold), framed with her trademark golden curls pinned in an old fashioned up 'do to one side. Tres chic! What do you think of Ms. Swift's attire for the night? The CMT Awards are voted by the fans, and the fans spoke decisively: Taylor took home two awards for her music video "Love Story" for Video of the Year and Female Video of the Year, and her director Trey Fanjoy took home the award for Video Director of the Year, also for "Love Story." Then she got on stage with a special surprise: her pre-recorded rapping debut with T-Pain, taking on a new persona as T-Swizzle. If you haven't seen it, watch now – it's pretty hilarious. My personal favorite highlights? "You don't wanna fight me… In my extra small white tee" and T-Pain's "Big Ass Chain" bling hanging from his neck. Classic!

Taylor Swift seen in Nashville, TN on Jun 16 2009.