Academy of Country Music Awards on MSN Music

Pit of Despair: Believe it or not, it takes a bit of effort to make Carrie Underwood look this lovely. Don't believe us? Behold her Academy of Country Music Awards to-do list: 1) Find a kicky, fringe-covered metallic cocktail dress that in no way resembles anything Beyoncé would wear while belting out "Bootylicious." Check. 2) Slip on eye-catching diamond baubles worth more than the other "American Idol" winners combined. Check (also: suckers). 3) Dive into a vat of self-tanner tinted to match the orange carpet. Check. 4) Carefully study reruns of "T.J. Hooker" to perfect Heather Locklear's not-found-in-nature hair color. Check. 5) Stock up on plenty of clear deodorant. D'oh!

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