Jason Merritt/Getty Images, Bryan Bedder/Getty Images

The stars were out last night in honor of the 44th annual ACM Awards, and— contrary to the stereotype of over-the-top coiffs— country's finest shined in a variety of sexy, modern hairstyles.

Top picks for Best Tressed include: LeAnn Rimes in tousled waves, Miley Cyrus in a romantic, side-swept updo, Taylor Swift's signature curls, and Reba McEntire in long layers.