Emily Ratajkowski's Height and Shoe Size: How Tall Without Heels?

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Measuring 5ft 5 ½ (166.4 cm) and known from the “Blurred Lines” music video and the 2014 movie adaptation of Gone Girl, Emily Ratajkowski is much shorter than most other models.

She reportedly wears a shoe size 9 (US), which is not considered big for a woman in the United States. The average shoe size for women in the US is 7.5, so a size 9 is only 1.5 sizes larger than average.

Emily Ratajkowski stands at a height of 5ft 5 ½ (166.4 cm), slightly taller than Michelle Lewin, who has a height of 5ft 4 (162.6 cm) (Credit: Ron Adar / Shutterstock)

Emily Ratajkowski’s height of 5ft 5 ½ (166.4 cm) can be considered slightly above average for an American woman.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the average height for adult women in the United States is approximately 5ft 4 inches (162.6 cm).

“I’m not a typical model. I know people are always like, ‘What do you mean?’ but I’m 5’7”, I’m four inches shorter than every girl on set, I have big boobs,” she said about her relatively short height in an interview with OfficeMagazine.

Karlie Kloss towers at 6ft 1 ½ (186.7 cm), while Winnie Harlow and Natalia Vodianova stand at 5ft 8 ¼ (173.4 cm) and 5ft 8 (172.7 cm) respectively, with Emily Ratajkowski being the shortest at 5ft 5 ½ (166.4 cm) (Credit: Jerome Domine / ABACA / INSTARimages)

Emily Ratajkowski faced challenges in her journey to becoming a successful model. In an interview with The Los Angeles Times, she discussed her high school years at San Dieguito Academy, where she didn’t have a niche and had never considered modeling as a career.

Initially, she pursued art at UCLA, specializing in mixed media, but her parents were concerned about her career prospects in this field. Eventually, she dropped out of college when her modeling career took off.

Despite her initial success in modeling, Emily faced rejection from New York agencies due to her height. It was a time when agencies rarely made exceptions for shorter models.

Katie Grand, founder of Love magazine, played a pivotal role in Ratajkowski’s career by featuring her in her first editorial spread in 2015.

“At the time, you’d only make one or two exceptions for a shorter model per show,” says Katie Grand. “It was always a bit archaic; for a very long time, it was ‘the model fits the clothes,’ rather than ‘the clothes fit the model.’”

Emily Ratajkowski wears a white dress and matching perforated Adidas Everyn sneakers in New York City on August 1, 2019 (Credit: WENN)

How old is Emily Ratajkowski?

Emily Ratajkowski was born on June 7, 1991, in Westminster, London, England. She celebrated her 32nd birthday on June 7, 2023.

Is Emily Ratajkowski Polish?

Identifying as “Polish-Israeli,” her maternal grandfather was a Polish Jewish immigrant, and one of her paternal grandparents was Polish. She also has Irish, German, English, and Welsh ancestry.

Actress Emily Ratajkowski displays her feet and legs in Celine heeled slide sandals for an interview on Late Night with Seth Meyers in New York City on March 10, 2020 (Credit: John Eddy / INSTARimages)

“In my 20s, a musician friend met and married a Polish artist, Natalia Witkowska. Natalia was the finest painter that I’ve ever known. We worked and had exhibitions together for a few years when she sent photographs of my work to a friend of hers in Warsaw. I had no idea that she had done this, but an invitation came for me to exhibit in 1981 (a very interesting time in Poland). I took the invitation as an adventure, but when I arrived, all of my father’s and grandparent’s ways came back to me. I felt a genuine connection. For the first time, I thought of myself as Polish – I still do. I’ve returned to Poland many times,” her artist father, John Ratajkowski, told The First News.

“People either think I have a crazy Polish accent or a British accent; then I say ‘gnarly’ and surprise everyone,” Emily joked about her accent in an interview with Vanity Fair.

Emily Ratajkowski wears a neon orange dress with a chainmail purse from Paco Rabanne and black strappy sandals for Gigi Hadid’s 27th birthday party at Zero Bond in New York City on April 23, 2022 (Credit: MEGA / WENN)

On February 23, 2018, Emily Ratajkowski announced that she married actor and producer Sebastian Bear-McClard. She filed for divorce in September 2022.

Emily Ratajkowski displays her feet in strappy black heels at the Balmain show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Fall/Winter 2015/2016 on March 5, 2015, in Paris, France (Credit: Beretta / Sims / Startraksphoto)

Born to American parents in London and raised mainly in California, she has a net worth of approximately $8 million.

Emily Ratajkowski Facts

What is Emily Ratajkowski's net worth?	She is an American model, author and actress with an estimated net worth of $8 million.
Full Name:	Emily O'Hara Ratajkowski
Born:	June 7, 1991, in Westminster, an area of Central London, United Kingdom
Dating:	She married actor and producer Sebastian Bear-McClard in a surprise New York City courthouse wedding in February, 2018. In September 2022, Emily Ratajkowski filed for divorce in Manhattan Supreme Court. Emily Ratajkowski has had more high-profile relationships in the past decade than most people have in a lifetime. She's dated athletes, musicians, actors, comedians, DJs, and even a filmmaker. She's also dated men of all different ages and races. Her most recent boyfriends include Tom Brady, Harry Styles, Eric André, Pete Davidson, Orazio Rispo, Jeff Magid, Andrew Dryden, James Gunn, Tyga, Andrew Taggart, and Jack Harlow.
Kids:	Emily Ratajkowski has one child, a son named Sylvester Apollo Bear, who was born on March 8, 2021.
Weight:	‎54 kg (119 lbs)
Shoe Size:	Emily Ratajkowski has a shoe size of 9 US. This size is considered within the average range for women and is not typically regarded as "big."
How tall is Emily Ratajkowski really?	Emily Ratajkowski is 5 feet 5 ½ inches (166.4 cm) tall. This is slightly taller than the average height for women in the United States, which is 5 feet 4 inches (162.5 cm). However, it is shorter than the average height for models, which is 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm).
Nationality:	American
Source of Wealth:	She has earned her wealth through her modeling career, her acting career, and her book sales.
What is Emily Ratajkowski's ethnicity?	She ethnically identifies herself as "Polish-Israeli" and her ethnicity is a mix of Polish, Ashkenazi Jewish, Irish, German, and English. Her father, John David Ratajkowski, is of Polish and German descent, and her mother, Kathleen Anne Balgley, is of Irish and Ashkenazi Jewish descent.
Why is Emily Ratajkowski so famous?	She became famous after appearing naked in the music video for Robin Thicke's 2013 track Blurred Lines, which went viral on YouTube.
How old was Emily Ratajkowski in iCarly?	Emily Ratajkowski was 18 years old when she guest-starred on iCarly in 2009. She played the role of Tasha, Gibby's (Noah Munck) girlfriend, and first appeared in the episode "iSpeed Date." Emily Ratajkowski was born on June 7, 1991, and the iCarly episode "iSpeed Date" aired on September 26, 2009. This means that she was 18 years and 3 months old when she appeared in the episode.

Emily Ratajkowski’s Thoughts on Feminism, Body Image, and More

“To me, ‘sexy’ is a kind of beauty, a kind of self-expression, one that is to be celebrated.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I drive a Nissan Versa and would never spend real money on a car because I destroy things.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“Your body is your body; it’s natural. Learn to love yourself for it.” – Emily Ratajkowski

Emily Ratajkowski caused a stir at the glamorous Vanity Fair Oscar Party 2023 on March 12, 2023, in a strikingly transparent gown by Feben that cleverly incorporated braided embellishments along the bodice, strategically placed to maintain an element of allure (Credit: Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock)

“It’s rare to meet somebody who’s secure with herself, confident in who they are, and doesn’t have anything to apologize for.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“One thing that I can say is that I think it’s important that there’s some sort of celebration of beautiful women that isn’t just exploitive.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“What’s so dumb is that women are 50 per cent of the population, and they want to spend money to see movies where they’re portrayed as three-dimensional characters.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I’m a complete foodie, but I’m a terrible cook. If a guy can get me in the kitchen and we actually have fun cooking, that’s amazing.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“The attention from the fashion world is something that I didn’t expect. I’ve shot with Bruce Weber and met Karl Lagerfeld. Having that kind of attention is really exciting.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“People have told me to change it over the years, but my dad is always saying, ‘Never change your name!’ My middle name is O’Hara, so it’s a pretty epic name. Emily O’Hara Ratajkowski.” – Emily Ratajkowski

Emily Ratajkowski made a stylish entrance at the Moet and Chandon’s Holiday Season Celebration in New York City in an eye-catching pink-and-burgundy satin dress on December 5, 2022 (Credit: Lev Radin / Shutterstock)

“I really like to hike. L.A. is a great place for that. And doing yoga a couple of times a week is a really big part of my regimen.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I did go to UCLA for art, but the other option was going to Sarah Lawrence and doing creative writing all the way. So that is part of the reason I love to read so much.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“When I was a little girl, I loved theater a lot and I was always playing and making my own worlds.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I’m more of a Smithwick’s or Bulmer’s girl than a pint of Guinness.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I enjoy modeling. I feel that acting is more fulfilling for me, and you definitely have a lot more to contribute as an actress than you do as a model, but that being said, when I shoot with a really incredible photographer, it’s exciting and inspiring.” – Emily Ratajkowski

Emily Ratajkowski wearing a vintage John Galliano dress reminiscent of Carrie Bradshaw’s iconic newspaper dress from Sex and the City at 2022 Harper’s Bazaar ICONS & Bloomingdale’s 150th Anniversary on September 9, 2022, in New York City (Credit: Ron Adar / Shutterstock)

“Don’t buy anything online that you’d laugh at buying in real life.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I want to know who is spending $1,000 on a sweater! That makes no sense!” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I don’t go out that much – usually it’s just dinner.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I like to keep it really balanced to give my body energy and also be healthy.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I signed with an acting agent first; I wasn’t really interested in signing with a modeling agent. But that same day, they said, ‘You should go over to Ford.'” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I like to be asked about the projects I’m working on. I like to be asked about the books I’m reading, the things I’m interested in, what’s exciting me right now, or even politics. Sometimes that’s fun.” – Emily Ratajkowski

Emily Ratajkowski showcased her impeccable fashion sense at the 2019 CFDA Fashion Awards in New York City, wearing a stylish ensemble from the Hellessy Spring 2019 collection, complemented by The Row ‘Ascot’ bag and Tabitha Simmons ‘Eve’ gold heels on June 3, 2019 (Credit: Ovidiu Hrubaru / Shutterstock)

“Female empowerment is always something that I’ve felt. It’s not about just being a model; it’s about women in general.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I’m a carnivore. I really like to eat meat. I crave iron, so I am definitely not the kind of person who you will find eating a salad.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“Nudity isn’t something people should take offense to.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I love men’s butts.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I don’t know what it is, but French men love me.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“A selfie is a sort of interesting way to reclaim the gaze, right? You’re looking at yourself and taking a photo while looking at everyone. But also, who cares?” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I always say, ‘Do you have a body? Then you’re swimsuit ready.’ That’s all you need to worry about.” – Emily Ratajkowski

Emily Ratajkowski made a stunning and daring fashion statement at the Art of Elysium Heaven Gala on January 5, 2019, wearing a red pleated Peter Dundas gown with cutouts, a slit, and a sheer skirt, perfectly embodying the event’s “heavenly” theme, and she accessorized with green statement earrings and strappy black heels, showcasing her fashion-forward style (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)

“I grew up in San Diego, California, and I spent a lot of time in the summer basically living in a bathing suit, you know, get in the car and drive straight to the beach and spend the entire day in that thing, so I always approached bathing suits thinking that they are very much like outfits.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I don’t believe in proving myself, ever. I’m in the school of thought where if someone is a curious person, they can find whatever they want.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I absolutely love Ireland. It’s one of the most beautiful places on Earth, and I have strong ties here. Both my grandmothers are from Ireland, and I have spent every summer in Bantry since my father, who is an artist, had the romantic idea 20 years ago to buy an old farmhouse on the west coast and renovate it.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I’m a big fan of the Irish accent. After a couple of drinks, I start to get a bit of an Irish lilt, too.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I started modeling when I was – not older, but not 12. I have a mom who’s a feminist – she’s an English professor, an intellectual. She really gave me the equipment to understand that you can celebrate yourself without putting yourself down or needing to apologize for the way you look. I think that attitude is really crucial for a model.” – Emily Ratajkowski

Emily Ratajkowski stands at a height of 5ft 5 ½ (166.4 cm), while Aaron Paul has a height of 5ft 7 ¾ (172.1 cm) (Credit: Tinseltown / Shutterstock)

“I think everyone has their awkward phases. Growing up isn’t easy for everyone. I definitely had my awkward moments.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I have great childhood memories cow-tipping, going off and getting lost in the bog for hours, and coming home covered in dirt.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I always have sort of been someone who has contradictory parts, and I haven’t tried to uncomplicate myself. I’ve sort of let things seem contradictory, and sometimes it really confuses people. I don’t know if it’s working all the time, but I’d rather do that than try to sell myself as one thing or another.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“Your bikini should compliment your dress, and they should work together to frame your body. It’s just like layering a T-shirt under a blazer. Just keep your proportions in mind.” – Emily Ratajkowski

Emily Ratajkowski shows off her feet in taupe suede sculptural Jacquemus sandals adorned with wooden bead details at the premiere of “In Darkness” at ArcLight Hollywood on May 23, 2018, in Los Angeles (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)

“I do my own makeup for events and red carpet stuff.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I wouldn’t say I am the type of girl who craves Doritos, but I definitely love a good cupcake sometimes. Or a croissant in the morning.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“The world should not be exclusive of the ideal body. It has to include all ideals, all bodies.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“Generally, I just think there is a real lacking in men knowing how to hit on women.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I think always what happens when you ask men questions on the red carpet, it’s always based on what projects they’re working on, whatever they’re about, rather than this, ‘Give us little tips for all of us women’… because we’re all the same. Questions should just be more individual.” – Emily Ratajkowski

Emily Ratajkowski and Natalie Dormer share the same height of 5ft 5 ½ (166.4 cm) (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)

“Desire is normal. Attention is normal, and that’s okay.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“It’s absurd to think that desire for attention doesn’t drive both women and men. Why are women scrutinized for it more, then?” – Emily Ratajkowski

“Wanting attention is genderless. It’s human.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“The ideal feminist world shouldn’t be one where women suppress their human instincts for attention and desire. We shouldn’t be weighed down with the responsibility of explaining our every move. We shouldn’t have to apologize for wanting attention, either. We don’t owe anyone an explanation.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“Every woman, whether or not they’re comfortable with the term ‘feminist,’ probably wants to be equal to men, and that is fundamentally what feminism is about.” – Emily Ratajkowski

Zac Efron stands at a height of 5ft 8 (172.7 cm), while Emily Ratajkowski is slightly shorter at 5ft 5 ½ (166.4 cm) (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)

“I was real into theater, and then I tried soccer, acting and ballet. Both my parents didn’t want a child-star model, so I didn’t get into modeling until I was 14.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I genuinely hit puberty before everyone.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“The female body is a beautiful thing, and it should be embraced and celebrated.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“The truth is that both groups want to be noticed. Yet we view a man’s desire for attention as a natural instinct; with a woman, we label her a narcissist.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I think I had really good parents. I got really lucky. They said, ‘You’re a woman; enjoy yourself and believe that you can do things.'” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I grew up eating street tacos and burritos on the beach, so I like people who can eat and aren’t afraid to show it.” – Emily Ratajkowski

“I’d rather just be who I am and get the kind of movies that I want or the kind of modeling jobs I want based on who I am, really.” – Emily Ratajkowski

Emily Ratajkowski flaunts her legs in an unforgettable green Fausto Puglisi dress at the 2015 MTV Movie Awards held on April 12, 2015, at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, California (Credit: Jaguar PS / Shutterstock)