Sheer Styles Are Trending on CMT Awards 2024 Red Carpet: Kelsea Ballerini, Emma Roberts and More Stars Who Favored Barely-there Fabrics

After barely-there fabrics had a major moment in 2023, it appears that sheer looks are back in style this year. According to stars at the 2024 CMT Awards in Austin on Sunday, see-through ensembles are still very much on-trend.

From mesh bodysuits to glamorous gowns, see the best sheer looks from the CMT Awards.

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Kelsea Ballerini

Kelsea Ballerini at the 2024 CMT Music Awards held at the Moody Center on April 7, 2024 in Austin, Texas.
Kelsea Ballerini at the 2024 CMT Music Awards on April 7 in Austin.

Kelsea Ballerini, who also hosts this year’s ceremony, opted for a plunging David Koma gown featuring lace details and a pleated skirt. Ballerini added on a pair of satin open-toe platforms by Jimmy Choo, completing her look with diamond rings and earrings from Effy Jewelry.

Emma Roberts

Emma Roberts at the 2024 CMT Music Awards on April 7 in Austin, sheer trend, Dolce & Gabbana, red carpet, celebrity style
Emma Roberts at the 2024 CMT Music Awards on April 7 in Austin.

Emma Roberts opted for a blush one-shoulder gown by Dolce & Gabbana, which featured a draped corseted bodice and a flowing skirt. The actress added on a pair of matching satin peep-toe platforms.

Mickey Guyton

Mickey Guyton at the 2024 CMT Music Awards on April 7 in Austin, sheer trend, red carpet, awards, Retrofête
Mickey Guyton at the 2024 CMT Music Awards on April 7 in Austin.

Mickey Guyton wore a sheer halter neck gown from Retrofête, which featured metallic beaded fringe. The singer accessorized with metallic peep-toe platforms and an embellished black clutch.

Emily Osment

Emily Osment at the 2024 CMT Music Awards on April 7 in Austin, sheer trend, red carpet, awards, celebrity style
Emily Osment at the 2024 CMT Music Awards on April 7 in Austin.

Emily Osment opted for a polka-dot Gemy Maalouf gown, which featured a corseted bodice, delicate draping and a thigh-high slit. The actress completed her ensemble with ankle strap platforms and dangle earrings.

Carly Pearce

Carly Pearce at the 2024 CMT Music Awards on April 7 in Austin, red carpet, celebrity style, sheer trend
Carly Pearce at the 2024 CMT Music Awards on April 7 in Austin.

Carly Pearce paired a long-sleeved mesh bodysuit with straight-leg trousers and bedazzled platform pumps.

Campbell Puckett

Campbell Puckett at the 2024 CMT Music Awards held at the Moody Center on April 7, 2024 in Austin, Texas.
Campbell Puckett at the 2024 CMT Music Awards on April 7 in Austin.

Campbell Puckett wore a sheer Tory Burch midi dress, accessorizing with high-heeled sandals and a metallic clutch. The influencer added on chunky silver hoops and a matching bangle.

CMT Awards 2024 Red Carpet Arrivals Photos, Live Updates

Kelsea Ballerini at the 2024 CMT Music Awards held at the Moody Center on April 7, 2024 in Austin, Texas.
Kelsea Ballerini at the 2024 CMT Music Awards held at the Moody Center on April 7, 2024 in Austin, Texas.
Kelsea Ballerini at the 2024 CMT Music Awards held at the Moody Center on April 7, 2024 in Austin, Texas.
Kelsea Ballerini at the 2024 CMT Music Awards held at the Moody Center on April 7, 2024 in Austin, Texas.
Emma Roberts at the 2024 CMT Music Awards held at the Moody Center on April 7, 2024 in Austin, Texas.
Emma Roberts at the 2024 CMT Music Awards held at the Moody Center on April 7, 2024 in Austin, Texas.

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The CMT Music Awards began in 1967 and is a fan-voted awards show. Trisha Yearwood has been named this year’s June Carter Cash Humanitarian Award recipient. Kelsea Ballerini will host the evening’s proceedings, featuring performances by Brittney Spencer, Cody Johnson, Megan Moroney and more.

See more red carpet looks at the CMT Music Awards 2024 below:

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