ACM Awards Shoe Moments Through the Years: From Taylor Swift to Shania Twain

Allie Fasanella

May 9, 2024 at 4:57 AM·2 min read

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The Academy of Country Music Awards has seen its fair share of bold shoe moments over the years, from Taylor Swift in glistening cowboy boots to Shania Twain in strappy platform sandals. With the annual awards ceremony coming up, FN is taking a stroll down memory lane to reminisce on some of the standout shoe styles to hit the ACM Awards right before the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards next week.

Martina McBride, 2021

Martina McBride, 56th Academy of Country Music Awards, strappy embellished sandals, crystal-embellished sandals — Martina McBride attends the 56th Academy of Country Music Awards on April 18, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn.

In 2021, Martina McBride styled a bedazzled mini dress with matching sandals embellished with crystals. The strappy style wrapped around the “Concrete Angel” singer’s low legs, cutting off just below the knees, and boasted a thin, angular heel.

LeAnn Rimes, 2012

LeAnn Rimes, 47th Annual Academy Of Country Music Awards, buckled sandals, platform sandals, shoes, red carpet — LeAnn Rimes arrives at the 47th Academy Of Country Music Awards on April 1, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Nearly a decade earlier, LeAnn Rimes hit the red carpet in strappy grey leather platform sandals adorned with multiple buckles. The stiletto heels measured over 4 inches in height.

Taylor Swift, 2006

taylor swift, 41st annual academy of country music awards, shoes, cowboy boots, metallic cowboy boots — Taylor Swift arrives at the 41st Academy Of Country Music Awards on May 23, 2006 in Las Vegas, Nev.

Taylor Swift styled a bohemian floral-print dress with a pair of chocolate brown cowboy boots boasting a lustrous finish and ornate detailing on the upper in 2006.

Faith Hill, 2005

Faith Hill, 40th Annual Academy Country Music Awards, wedge sandals, strappy wedge sandals, embellished wedges — Faith Hill arrives at the 40th Academy Country Music Awards on May 17, 2005, in Las Vegas, Nev.

Faith Hill opted for lace-up wedge sandals in a cream hue. The shoes were set on a subtle platform and adorned with round, gold-tone studs. The wedge heel was also equipped with a shimmery design.

Shania Twain, 2003

Shania Twain, 38th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, strappy sandals, strappy black platform sandals, platform sandals — Shania Twain attends the 38th Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas on May 21, 2003.

Shania Twain wore strappy black platform sandals that wrapped around her ankle to the 2003 ACM Awards. The style also featured chunky block heels.

The 59th Academy of Country Music Awards will be available to stream live at 8 p.m. ET on Prime Video, with the star-studded ceremony set to air on May 16 from the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas. Kelsea Ballerini and Noah Kahan will hit the stage together, as well as Nate Smith and Avril Lavigne. Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani are also slated to duet. Country music legend Reba McEntire will host the ceremony for the 17th time. The “Reba” star will also perform new music.