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American Music Awards 2011: What Everyone Wore!

Taylor Swift

"Tonight, it's just really about trying to pick something that's a little different to wear than what we've always done, but also something really comfortable that you can have fun and dance in," Swift told InStyle.com of her look backstage, after taking home the Favorite Female Artist, Favorite Album, and Artist of the Year awards in a sequin-covered gold gown by Reem Acra. She styled her naturally-curly 'do into a pin-straight side ponytail and accessorized with emerald earrings.