Carrie Underwood’s Style Has Changed From Her First Red Carpets

It’s been over 15 years since Carrie UnderwoodWith her 2005 album, she burst onto country music’s scene American Idol win and she’s changed a lot since then. Not only did she launch her career into superstardom, but she also met her husband. Mike Fisher, had two sons, and embarked on new ventures that have proven that the singer isn’t a one-trick pony. Her sense of style evolved with her, making her a fashion icon instead of a street girl. 

Carrie Underwood knows that good things don’t come without a little risk. Whether that’s auditioning for one of the biggest reality singing competitions in the history of TV or partnering on her very own fitness app so fans can work out and eat like their favorite singer, Underwood has learned that she’s capable of a lot more than people might expect from her. 

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 10: Carrie Underwood attends the 55th annual Country Music Association awards at the Bridgestone Arena on November 10, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images).

Underwood can often be seen on the red carpet in eye-popping fashion pieces like this one. This is one of our favorite photos of Underwood on the red carpet. Even from a photograph, it is easy to see her confidence. 

Underwood was the definition for the girl next door before she reached the heights she has achieved. The “Before He Cheats” singer’s first red carpet looks came courtesy of American Idol. To match the show’s casual vibe, she dressed down in jeans and cute blouses that showed off her personality. This tactic proved to be a winning one as Underwood was crowned the Season 4 Champion thanks to the support of fans.

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA – MARCH 9: Idol’s Mikalah Gordon (L) and Carrie Underwood pose at a party to celebrate the “American Idol” Top 12 Finalists at Astra West on March 9, 2005 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images).

When she was still just one of the Top 12 Finalists, Underwood wore 2005’s hippest fashion: a baby doll top, artfully distressed jeans, and heels that show off her bright red pedicure. Underwood’s next red carpet walk proved that she had found her country niche, and was committed to it.

HOLLYWOOD – MAY 25: American Idol Finalists Carrie Underwood (L) and Bo Bice arrive at the American Idol Finale: Results Show held at the Kodak Theatre on May 25, 2005 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images).

We’ve got to admit something: we love Carrie Underwood with curly hair. She’s beautiful no matter how she wears it, but there’s just something about her and ringlets that suits her so well. To contrast with competitor Bo Bice’s dark hippie/rocker look, Underwood went with a pair of classic blue jeans, a large decorative belt buckle, and a long-sleeve plaid shirt.

Strangely enough, even though she’d walked a few red carpets during her time on American IdolCarrie Underwood appeared nervous during her first formal appearance on the red carpet at the 57th Annual Emmy Awards. This was the same year that she won the singing contest show.

LOS ANGELES, CA – SEPTEMBER 18: Singer Carrie Underwood arrives at the 57th Annual Emmy Awards held at the Shrine Auditorium on September 18, 2005 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images.

Perhaps it’s just the timing of the photo, but Underwood just doesn’t have that avalanche of confidence that she displays in more recent red carpet photos. It goes to show how much Underwood has grown into herself as she’s advanced her career. We hope she will remember these times in her career fondly.

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