Leave it to Tessa Thompson to continuously put together breathtaking looks that center around a glamorous pair of heels.
Tessa’s height without heels is 5 feet and 4 inches (162 cm), making her somewhat short by Hollywood standards.
But, thanks to her incredible style, she knows how to look a few inches taller. She’s such a pro at this, in fact, that we compiled a list of her stand-out ensembles just so you can grab some inspiration from her.
1. Black Del Core Dress and Giuseppe Zanotti Heels
Tessa walked the red carpets at the 4th annual Celebration of Black Cinema and Television in a sculptural Del Core dress that cozily hugged her incredible physique.
The original piece was altered somewhat, giving it its own distinct style.
Tessa Thompson wears a black off-the-shoulder Del Core dress and boosts her height in a pair of Giuseppe Zanotti high heels (Credit: MEGA / WENN)
We adore the way she matched her Del Core with essential yet elegant strappy Giuseppe Zanotti Harmony open-toe sandals. You can buy her popular shoes at Farfetch.
Tessa, who stars as Valkyrie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe superhero films “Thor: Ragnarok” (2017) and “Avengers: Endgame” (2019), talked about her height in an interview with Vanity Fair.
She claims to be 5′ 5″ but her actual height is believed to be 5′ 4″.
“My costume design was based on stuff that we see in the comics now—like the traditional sort of Valkyrie armor that I get reunited with in the second half of the film,” she said during the interview. “That appears in the comics and looks very, very similar. But I felt very strongly that we wanted the costume to have some bulk. I’m 5’5”; Chris Hemsworth is, like, 6’5” and I don’t even know how many pounds. He’s such a large human being.”
Tessa Thompson as Scrapper 142 / Valkyrie and Chris Hemsworth as Thor in the 2017 American superhero film “Thor: Ragnarok” (Credit: Marvel Studios / WENN)
“Since Valkyrie is supposed to be arguably as strong as he is, I just needed help having that sort of stature,” she added. “I gained about 15 pounds of muscle mass. I just ate a ton. Then on top of that, I just wanted the costume to have its own weight so that I didn’t come off as being too small with Chris. We wanted to present, visually, a character that had tougher, more masculine edges. Which I love.”
Tessa Thompson wears a sculptural black Daniel Del Cor strapless dress at the 4th annual Celebration of Black Cinema and Television presented by The Critics Choice Association held Dec. 6, 2021 at Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles (Credit: MEGA / WENN)
The decision to wear black heels was simple but intelligent because the monochrome selection made her appear taller.
2. Bai Mai Spring 2022 Dress and Black Pumps
Tessa’s trick to seeming taller appears to be black heels, and it works. She wore stunning black closed heels with a creamy white Bach Mai Spring 2022 gown that flowed freely from her hips down at the 2021 Gotham Awards.
Tessa Thompson wears a Bach Mai strapless dress with gloves at the 2021 Gotham Awards held Nov. 29 in New York City (Credit: MEGA / WENN)
This sort of garment does elongate her physique, making her appear taller and more linear.
3. Christian Sirano Spring 2022 Dress
Can you figure out what color heels she wore to the 2021 InStyle Awards? Here’s a hint: They were shiny and black.
Tessa Thompson wears a Christian Siriano dress and Grace Lee jewelry at the 2021 InStyle Awards held Nov. 15 at The Getty Center in Los Angeles (Credit: MEGA / WENN)
The long strapless Christian Siriano dress didn’t seem to match Tessa’s shoes from the small glimpse we could catch, but Tessa did appear taller.
4. Dior Haute Coutour Fall 2021 Gown
We also noticed something extraordinary about how Tessa wore this beige feathered dress at the Academy Museum Of Motion Pictures Opening Gala.
Tessa Thompson wears a feathered Christian Dior dress at The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Opening Gala held Sept. 25, 2021, at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles (Credit: MEGA / WENN)
Tessa once again wore black shoes that we could only catch a glimpse of, but they did make her appear much taller.
5. ‘Westworld’ Filming in Giorgio Armani
During a “Westworld” filming session, Tessa wore fantastic block heeled boots that surprisingly weren’t black. The heels paired well with her Giorgio Armani dress, which featured an extended slit that showed off her legs.
Tessa Thompson wears a Giorgio Armani dress while filming new scenes for the upcoming season of “Westworld” Oct. 6, 2021 in New York City (Credit: MEGA / WENN)
The thigh-high slit definitely added a few inches to Tessa’s height, and also helped to show off her footwear.
6. ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ in All Cream
Tessa wore a monochromatic ensemble to a recent appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” that featured a show-stopping pair of ivory boots.
Tessa Thompson wears ivory Larroudé boots with Cong Tri culottes and a blazer while arriving for an appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Nov. 1, 2021, in Los Angeles (Credit: MEGA / WENN)
The boots don’t have a platform, but she sure looks taller. The secret? Once again, a monochromatic look that elevates Tessa’s appearance.
Tessa Thompson Facts
| How much is Tessa Thompson's net worth? | She is an American actress with a net worth of $4 million |
|---|---|
| Full Name: | Tessa Lynne Thompson |
| Born: | October 3, 1983, in Los Angeles |
| Kids: | None |
| Husband: | She has never been married but has been photographed kissing Taika Waititi and Rita Ora. |
| Feet/Shoe Size: | 7.5 (US) |
| Height: | 5′ 4″ (162 cm) |
| Nationality: | American |
| Source of Wealth: | Film and television |
| Ethnicity/Race: | African-Panamanian, Mexican, and a mix of English, German, Scottish, and Irish |
| Is Tessa Thompson really deaf? | While she played hearing-impaired Bianca Taylor in Creed, Tessa Thompson is not deaf or hearing-impaired in real life. |
You can always count on Tessa Thompson to bring her style A-game to any event. We’ve seen her rock everything from ultra-feminine to retro-chic, and a masterful juxtaposition of colors and prints.
She’s shown her bold sartorial sense on many occasions, often choosing striking accessories and unexpected pieces to punctuate her looks.
Tessa Thompson pairs a lilac top with beige culottes and a tan jacket (Credit: WENN / FayesVision)
Tessa flaunted her unpredictable style and charming vintage aesthetic during the late 2017 premiere of “Star Wars: The Last Jedi.”
She joined Daisy Ridley and a slew of other celebrities at the star-studded screening in Los Angeles. While everyone wore glamorous shimmering gowns and barely-there heels, she donned a menswear-inspired look with a 1960’s vibe.
Tessa Thompson styles a yellow suit with a pink turtleneck and a white leather clutch (Credit: WENN / Adriana M. Barraza)
The then-34-year-old actress wore head-to-toe Solace London pieces from the brand’s Spring 2018 collection. Tessa opted for the lilac “Adalie” top, which featured a high neck and a sleeveless design.
Tessa Thompson wears a wide-legged yellow Solace London pantsuit at the “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” premiere held Dec. 9, 2017 at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles (Credit: WENN)
She tucked it into a pair of beige “Finley” culottes, which were cinched at the waist with a white belt.
Tessa stylishly draped a tan jacket over her shoulders for that cool-girl touch. She completed her outfit with a white clutch and statement earrings from the same brand.
Tessa Thompson sports soft pink lips and a sleek center-parted bob (Credit: WENN / Adriana M. Barraza)
Tessa drew attention to her feet with a pair of unique “Sawyer” mules. These gorgeous white leather shoes feature contrasting lilac circular heels.
The actress finished off her bold red carpet look with soft pink lips and a sleek center-parted bob.
Tessa Thompson wears a pair of sculptural Solace London mules (Credit: Apega / WENN)
How do you like these rather bizarre shoes? You can expect them to drop soon at Farfetch.
Tessa Thompson wears interesting pink-and-white “Sawyer” mules (Credit: WENN / FayesVision)