15 of the most daring looks Shania Twain has ever worn

Shania Twain at the 2026 ACM Awards.

  • Shania Twain is no stranger to daring fashion; she’s been rocking bold outfits since the ’90s.
  • In the past, she’s worn cutout dresses, plunging necklines, and see-through looks.
  • More recently, she’s opted for floor-length gowns and statement accessories.

Who would Shania Twain be without her daring wardrobe?

The country musician has been rocking eye-catching, envelope-pushing outfits since her career began in the 1990s. And she’s only continued to evolve her style over time.

These are the most daring looks she’s worn, from the stage to red carpets.

Shania Twain has always been a fan of daring fashion. Just look at the velvet cutout dress she wore in 1998.
Shania Twain attends a VH-1 Divas event in New York City on April 14, 1998.
Shania Twain attends a VH-1 Divas event in New York City on April 14, 1998.

The black gown was asymmetrical with a single strap, an uneven cutout across her waist, and smaller slits down its skirt that extended the length of her leg.

There's also the corseted minidress she wore while performing at the 1998 Grammys.
Shania Twain performs at the Grammys in Los Angeles, California, on February 24, 1999.
Shania Twain performs at the Grammys in Los Angeles, California, on February 24, 1999.

She accessorized the bold look with crystal-lined gloves, a satin choker, semi-sheer tights, and knee-high boots.

Next, the musician took her daring style to the 2002 CMA Awards.
Shania Twain attends the CMA Awards in Nashville, Tennessee, on November 6, 2002.
Shania Twain attends the CMA Awards in Nashville, Tennessee, on November 6, 2002.

She wore a form-fitting halter dress that was most daring up top, with a plunging, scooped neckline.

Twain donned the glittering, gold gown with diamond jewelry, long earrings, and her hair styled in curls.

By 2003, it was time for Twain to experiment with edgier looks, like the dress she wore to the American Music Awards.
Shania Twain attends the American Music Awards in Los Angeles, California, on January 13, 2003.
Shania Twain attends the American Music Awards in Los Angeles, California, on January 13, 2003.

Her black, long-sleeved dress was made from sheer mesh, but it was wrapped with opaque black fabric and matching straps. It also had a tulle piece attached to one side of its skirt that created a short train.

To complement the unique look, Twain also wore a crimped hairstyle and thigh-high lace-up boots.

The country star perfectly mixed glamour and drama that year when she performed at the Super Bowl XXXVII halftime show.
Shania Twain performs at Super Bowl XXXVII in San Diego, California, on January 26, 2003.
Shania Twain performs at Super Bowl XXXVII in San Diego, California, on January 26, 2003.

Her outfit included a crystal-covered bra, black shorts over fishnet tights, a sparkling black duster jacket, and a sequined white belt that wrapped around her waist and hips.

She also wore thigh-high leather boots.

She tried bold prints and colors at the 2003 CMA Awards months later.
Shania Twain performs at the CMA Awards in Nashville, Tennessee, on November 5, 2003.
Shania Twain performs at the CMA Awards in Nashville, Tennessee, on November 5, 2003.

Twain performed onstage in low-rise black cargo pants and a puffer vest buttoned only halfway.

The latter piece had a green, black, and pink swirled print that perfectly matched the design of her slouchy boots.

Fast-forward to 2012, Twain kicked off her Las Vegas residency in a semi-sheer catsuit.
Shania Twain performs a residency show in Las Vegas, Nevada, on December 1, 2012.
Shania Twain performs a residency show in Las Vegas, Nevada, on December 1, 2012.

The long-sleeved, high-neck piece was decorated from top to bottom with black beads in a tiger-stripe print, and her black gloves were lined with long, fabric fringe.

She wore the outfit with heeled, belted boots.

When she performed at the 2017 Grey Cup, Twain came prepared for Canada's snowy weather.
Shania Twain performs at the Grey Cup in Ottawa, Canada, on November 26, 2017.
Shania Twain performs at the Grey Cup in Ottawa, Canada, on November 26, 2017.

She hit the stage in a red catsuit with a plunging neckline and a sparkling chainmail piece worn over it.

Twain also rocked furry boots, a matching jacket, and red leather gloves.

Last year, Twain put a new, daring twist on one of her most famous music-video looks.
Shania Twain attends the People's Choice Awards in Santa Monica, California, on December 6, 2022.
Shania Twain attends the People's Choice Awards in Santa Monica, California, on December 6, 2022.

She walked the People’s Choice Awards red carpet in a custom Rodarte dress. It had a sheer, long-sleeved bodice, a leopard-print bralette, and a floor-length velvet skirt with a waistline that dipped below her belly button.

The outfit — which seemingly called back to her ensemble from the “That Don’t Impress Me Much” music video — also included a leopard-print hood and shoulder piece.

Then, at the 2023 Grammys, Twain arrived with hair as red as the carpet and a hat as big as the event.
Shania Twain attends the Grammys in Los Angeles, California, on February 5, 2023.
Shania Twain attends the Grammys in Los Angeles, California, on February 5, 2023.

Harris Reed designed her black-and-white polka-dot look. It featured bell-bottom pants, a bustier top, and a blazer worn on top.

She returned to her country roots in a bold way at the 2023 CMT Music Awards.
Shania Twain attends the 2023 CMT Music Awards.
Shania Twain attends the CMT Music Awards in Austin, Texas, on April 2, 2023.

She first walked the red carpet in a butterfly-print dress, but later changed into a sparkling purple Chanel set that included a crop top and matching shorts. 

When some people on social media criticized the look, particularly the cut of her shorts and the plunging neckline of her top, Twain defended her daring outfit.

“For me fashion is a powerful tool that helps to convey my personality and express my creativity,” she wrote in an Instagram post. “And other than getting to hang out with my friends for the night, it’s one of my favourite things about attending award shows!”

During a 2023 concert in North Carolina, Twain hit the stage in a vibrant outfit and equally bold accessories.
Shania Twain performs in Charlotte, North Carolina, on June 28, 2023.
Shania Twain performs in Charlotte, North Carolina, on June 28, 2023.

She wore a pink, loose-fitting top over what appeared to be a yellow leotard, and matching jelly sandals with straps that wrapped around her legs.

She then performed in Michigan while wearing a see-through leotard.
Shania Twain performs in Brooklyn, Michigan, on July 16, 2023.
Shania Twain performs in Brooklyn, Michigan, on July 16, 2023.

The black garment was covered in crystals, as were her fishnet tights and knee-high boots.

To complete the outfit, Twain also wore a pink-and-purple cape that flowed behind her and layers of chunky necklaces.

In 2024, Twain arrived at the People's Choice Country Awards in sparkling denim.
Shania Twain at the People's Choice Country Awards in Nashville on September 26, 2024.
Shania Twain at the People's Choice Country Awards in Nashville on September 26, 2024.

In collaboration with Levi’s, Twain helped design her denim evening gown.

The halter piece had a form-fitting bodice, a mermaid skirt, a thick, pointed collar, and all-over crystal detailing.

She wore the dramatic dress with denim gloves, a chunky ring, and a ’60s-inspired hairstyle.

This year, she chose a statement silver gown for the Academy of Country Music Awards.
Shania Twain at the 2026 ACM Awards in Las Vegas.
Shania Twain at the 2026 ACM Awards in Las Vegas.

The silver, strapless gown was designed by Falguni Shane Peacock.

It was covered in silver and black sequins, the latter of which were arranged in the shape of a panther across its skirt.

The dress, which was accessorized with black leather gloves, also had satin strips that flowed from her waist.

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