Luke Combs Rocks Custom Columbia PFG Suit During Date Night With Wife Nicole at ACM Honors
Combs was honored with the ACM International Award during the event.

Luke Combs, Nicole Combs; Photo by David Bergman
Luke Combs took his love for his signature Columbia PFG (Performance Fishing Gear) Bahama II shirt to new heights on Wednesday night, rocking a custom suit that perfectly blended his laid-back style with Columbia’s innovative PFG design.

To bring the one-of-a-kind look to life, Columbia teamed up with Luke’s stylist, Katy Robbins, and Nashville tailor Eric Adler. The suit features lightweight, breathable fabric with mesh venting, PFG labels and trims, and a personal touch — a Mossy Oak Greenleaf camouflage lining in the jacket and pockets, a nod to Luke’s favorite camo pattern.
A longtime fan of Columbia PFG, Luke regularly wears their gear both on and off stage. Columbia also outfits his tour crew and the staff at his Nashville bar, Category 10. Most recently, Luke gave fans a laugh when he posted a “get ready with me” video on social media, asking fans to help him pick a shirt to wear on stage.


The superstar showcased the custom suit at ACM Honors, where he walked the red carpet with his wife, Nicole, by his side.
During the special event, Combs was honored with the ACM International Award, inspired by Jim Reeves. The award is presented to a Country Music artist, duo/group or industry leader for outstanding contributions to the growth of Country Music throughout the world.
Luke Combs’ worldwide impact is undeniable. With over 10 billion streams and 25 million monthly listeners across platforms, he’s become a true global force. His sold-out tours in the UK, Ireland, the Netherlands, and Australia prove his music resonates far beyond the U.S., bridging country music’s American roots with fans around the world.
When accepting the honor, following an outstanding tribute performance from Ashley McBryde, Combs took a moment to showcase his gratitude for his manager, Kappy, who encouraged him to build an international fanbase early in his career.

“He always planted in me this idea that there were fans to be had and an audience for country music around the world,” Combs explained. “And we always had a plan to, no matter the cost out of our own pocket or the time cost to go there and service those fans. And I hope that I have shown to the fans that I care, that I have spent my time to go and play these shows.”
He also gave a heartfelt shoutout to his band and crew for traveling around the globe with him.
“I want to thank my amazing man and crew, all the bands and crews who sacrifice their time away from their loved ones to put these shows on for fans all across the world.”
The Academy of Country Music has teamed up with CMT for a special three-hour CMT Hot 20: ACM Honors Edition airing Saturday, Sept. 27. Hosted by CMT’s Cody Alan and Carissa Culiner, alongside 18th ACM Honors hosts Russell Dickerson and Carly Pearce, the broadcast will include exclusive backstage interviews with honorees and performers, along with unforgettable highlights from the night’s celebration.
Luke Combs recently released his new single, “Back in the Saddle,” and took to social media to crowdsource songs for his next album. His next appearance is set for August 31 in Aspen, Colorado.
Lauren Jo Black, a University of Central Florida graduate, has immersed herself in the world of country music for over 15 years. In 2008, she co-founded CountryMusicIsLove, eventually selling it to a major record label in 2015. Following the rebranding of the website to Sounds Like Nashville, Black served as Editor-in-Chief for two and a half years. Currently, she assumes the role of Editor-in-Chief at Country Now and oversees Country Now’s content and digital footprint. Her extensive experience also encompasses her previous role as a Country Music Expert Writer for Answers.com and her work being featured on Forbes.com. She’s been spotlighted among Country Aircheck’s Women of Influence and received the 2012 Rising Star Award from the University of Central Florida. Black also spent time in front of the camera as host of Country Now Live, which brought live music directly to fans in 2021 when the majority of concerts were halted due to the pandemic. During this time, she hosted 24 weeks of live concerts via Country Now Live on Twitch with special guests such as Lady A, Dierks Bentley, Jordan Davis, Brett Young, and Jon Pardi. Over the course of her career, she has had the privilege of conducting interviews with some of the industry’s most prominent stars, including Reba McEntire, Blake Shelton, Luke Combs, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Lainey Wilson, and many others. Lauren Jo Black is a longtime member of the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music.








