But where the “American Girl” singer most notably changes things up is with her fashion choices.

Theseawkward on-camera momentsaside, Underwood has refused to let anything slow her down.

As her popularity grew, so did her willingness to step out of her simple style.

Carrie Underwood’s American Idol: Season 4 portrait

Beginning in 2005, Underwood underwent a lot of change very quickly.

However, she kept her head about her, relying on her faith and family to keep her grounded.

She understood that the world of showbiz isn’t always what it seems.

Carrie Underwood in pink sparkly top and jeans with hair down

“This whole celebrity thing is a wonderful and strange thing.

It can be so much fun, but it’s just not reality,” she said.

Well I guess you’re free to, but it’s gotta be exhausting."

Carrie Underwood in plunging black sparkly gown at 2005 Emmy Awards

As she told People, though, that is not the case.

But it wasn’t just the figure-flattering designs that set these dresses apart.

It was the glam factor of the beading and the bright fabric that made them showstoppers.

Carrie Underwood in jeans, bronw flowing top, layered necklaces , big bracelets, and ponytail

It was very rhinestones; it was very shiny."

“Carrie is elegant and classy and poised.

She doesn’t make one wrong move, ever.”

Carrie Underwood at the 2009 CMAs

I had a lot of big hair.

And I like big hair, but I wouldn’t go back there again."

Instead, the reason was much more practical.

Carrie underwood with short hair and oversized necklace and silver sparkly dress performing at CNN Heroes Awards

“Cutting my hair was a ‘mom’ move.”

The shorter style allowed her to streamline her routine.

That time together consists of approximately 90 minutes of total body strength training, along with cardio bursts.

Carrie Underwood in short dress, 2015

“I carry my own food with me everywhere,” she told Women’s Health.

“I’m always going to the grocery store, just so I’m prepared.”

Some of her go-to looks leaned towards leggings or skinny jeans topped with simple shirts.

Carrie Underwood in white maternity gown/Carrie Underwood in maternity jeans

“I remember having conversations with Mike trying to make sense of it all.”

“We heard that everything was okay and I was pregnant with Jacob,” she says.

“He’s just this perfect little bundle of a smiley guy.”

Carrie Underwood with long hair at CMA Awards in sheer nude gown with gold sparkles

This was not the first time that Underwood had embraced the sheer trend, or that particular designer.

She followed that up with a sheer gold column dress by designer Davidson Zanine.

Whatever the reason, it seems that sheer is here to stay.

Carrie Underwood with Ludacris

Her appearance in 2024 rocked fans

Did she or didn’t she?

That is the question behind theplastic surgery rumors that Carrie Underwood can’t seem to escape.

“She needs to really hold off on all the plastic surgeries.

Carrie Underwood wearing gray dress performing at the second Inauguration of President Trump

“The truth is … “But I try not to worry too much about it.”

Other than the incident in 2017, Underwood has not discussed having, or not having, work done.

This study in simplicity was a far cry from the sassy singer’s usual sparkle and high slits.

While her dress was very appropriate for the occassion, Underwood’s behavior made headlines for being decidedly inappropriate.

However, those behind the scenes said it wasUnderwood’s reported diva behaviorthat really stole the show.

“She felt as if she was ushered in and out and had a mini hissy fit afterwards.”

Well, at least she was ushered in and out in style.