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Kelsea Ballerini Elevates Sparkling LBD With 5-Inch Platform Heels at People’s Choice Country Awards Red Carpet

Kelsea Ballerini brought a dash of dark sparkle to the red carpet for the inaugural People’s Choice Country Awards.

For the occasion in Nashville, Ballerini stepped out in a set of glossy platform pumps. The country musician’s set featured smooth uppers crafted from black patent leather, featuring closed toes atop thick soles. Thin buckled ankle straps added a secure finish to the pair, which was finished with height-boosting heels totaling at least 4 inches tall.

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Kelsea Ballerini attends the People’s Choice Country Awards in Nashville on Sept. 28, 2023.

Ballerini’s trendy footwear added a sophisticated, vintage-inspired base to her outfit for the occasion: a black turtleneck minidress with long sleeves — which happened to be a custom design from Coach. Her Stuart Vevers-created piece was covered in an array of dark sequins, complete with sheer-paneled sleeves for a sprinkle of sultry glamour.

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CREDIT: Tammie Arroyo for Variety
A closer look at Ballerini’s platform pumps.

Stylist Molly Dickson finished Ballerini’s attire with a silver ring and sheer stockings, allowing her dress’ texture and shine to take center stage for a sleek statement.

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Kelsea Ballerini attends the People’s Choice Country Awards in Nashville on Sept. 28, 2023.

The People’s Choice Country Awards honor the top fan-voted artists and performers in the country music field. The inaugural ceremony, which is hosted by Little Big Town in Nashville, will find Toby Keith bestowed with the Country Music Icon award, while the Country Champion award will be given to Wynonna Judd.  

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Aaron Royce is the Digital Editor for Footwear News, where he writes stories on trending news, celebrity style, collaborations and in-depth profile interviews. Prior to joining Footwear News, Aaron wrote and interned for publications including PAPER, Grazia and the Daily Front Row. He currently holds a B.S. in mass communications from Virginia Commonwealth University.

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