Showing off a new sexy side for the camera, Taylor Swift will grace the cover of Marie Claire's July issue. The award-winning country star looks breath-taking in several angled shots donning brilliant make-up and gorgeous dresses. Coming up on Wednesday night (June 9), Ms Swift will take the stage to perform at the annual CMT Music Awards airing live on CMT.

Aside from Swift, Keith Urban, Zac Brown Band and Carrie Underwood will also be performing while Kid Rock will be playing host some of the presenters include Erin Andrews and Maks Chmerkovskiy, Sheryl Crow, David spade, Faith Hill, Kellie Pickler, just to name a few!