Fashion
7 Miss USA Competition Gowns You Would Actually Want to Wear IRL
Let's just go ahead and put it out there: Beauty pageants may be known for their gorgeous contestants and high level of (often farcical) entertainment, but they definitely aren't known for their cutting-edge style. In fact, nine times out of 10, the ensembles these beautiful (and nerd-averse) ladies wear are just downright distasteful. But this year's Miss USA pageant was a little different, with everyone from (spoiler alert!) the winning Miss Nevada Nia Sanchez to Miss Louisiana Brittany Alyson Guidry wearing a handful of gowns and dresses I could totally get down with in real life. Here are just seven of them.
Miss Nevada's Red Satin Stunner
Sanchez could have won the pageant on her style alone, thanks to the gorgeously draped (and dangerously low-cut) red satin dress she was sporting when crowned Miss USA 2014.
Miss Louisiana's Sparkling Halter Dress
From its mix of black and emerald hues to the intricate beaded detailing, this sheer-neck number was nearly a work of art.
Miss Arizona's Super-Mini Dress
Sure, it may be a little short and sparkly for the average girl, but if this isn’t a smoking-hot, just-broke-up-with-my-boyfriend-so-now-I’m-going-out dress, I’m not sure what is.
Miss New Mexico's Body-Hugging Burgundy Dress
Just what every girl wants: A dress that fits like a glove and complements her skin tone flawlessly.
Miss Idaho's Summery, Flowing Gown
Take away those tacky beaded shoulders and make the fit a little more relaxed, and this could be the perfect draped maxi dress to rule your summer party circuit.
Miss Wisconsin's Crop Top Combo
Minus the beaded embellishments and with the help of a perfect hot pink pout, this cream crop-top combo would no doubt stand out as a super-chic outfit come summer.
Giuliana Rancic's Pretty Paneled Number
She may not have been a contestant, but the E! News host’s illusion-paneled gown is just too stunning to ignore — and would be a total sight to behold in real life.
