Eva Longoria’s Height Might Surprise You—But Her Heels Steal the Show

At just 5 feet ½ inch tall (153.7 cm), Eva Longoria is noticeably shorter than the average American woman, who stands around 5 feet 4 inches (162.6 cm). She wears a US shoe size 6.

Eva Longoria and Leila Bekhti look short next to Bianca Balti, Isabeli Fontana, Irina Shayk, Luma Gothe, Natasha Poly, Xiao Wen Ju, and Liya Kebede at the L’Oreal Red Obsession Party to celebrate the launch of the new Color Riche La Palette on March 8, 2016, in Paris, France (Credit: Alban Wyters / Abaca / Startraksphoto)

Eva’s Golden Rule for Petite Dressing: Tailor Everything

Tailoring,” she told InStyle about her secret to flattering her petite shape. “If you’re a small person, you have to alter everything. I focus on proportions,” she added.

“I take in the waist on everything. Usually, tailors understand and appreciate it,” she concluded. “They see it and say, ‘This needs to come off!’”

Short American actresses America Ferrera and Eva Longoria dazzle in elegant black dresses, with Ferrera opting for a floor-length gown and Longoria showcasing a sleek, form-fitting midi dress paired with strappy black heels at the Eva Longoria Foundation event (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)

Eva Longoria is known for sticking to classic, elegant styles, rarely stepping out in anything but high-end designer shoes.

The American actress, producer, director, and businesswoman has a particular love for Christian Louboutin, Cesare Paciotti, Casadei, Gianvito Rossi, Manolo Blahnik, and Jimmy Choo.

Stepping Out in Style: Eva Longoria’s Most Memorable Heel Moments

Eva Longoria’s footwear choices are a masterclass in how the right pair of heels can elevate any outfit. From premieres to press tours, these are some of her most iconic designer moments:

• • Alexandre Birman: At the Mexico premiere of her Disney film, Eva sparkled in embossed silver sandals by Alexandre Birman, detailed with floral crystal embellishments that perfectly matched her ivory taffeta Rachel Gilbert dress.
  • Gianvito Rossi: While promoting Flamin’ Hot, she embraced modern elegance in figure-hugging dresses styled with nude Gianvito Rossi “Portofino” sandals, a go-to silhouette in her red carpet rotation.
  • Manolo Blahnik: Eva’s long-standing love for Manolo Blahnik is evident in her frequent appearances wearing the brand’s signature styles, including the ‘Estro’ ankle-strap sandals she’s been spotted in at both glamorous events and chic nights out.
  • Brian Atwood: During the Monte Carlo TV Festival, Eva made a bold statement in a vibrant dress and Brian Atwood’s fuchsia ‘Zenith Lux’ pumps, which featured eye-catching ankle straps and embellished heels.
  • Tom Ford: At the ALMA Awards, she paired her black Monique Lhuillier gown with dramatic Tom Ford ribbon-tied mesh ballet pumps, balancing softness and edge with ease.
  • Christian Louboutin: At the premiere of her film Lowriders, Eva turned heads in a red Styland suit, complemented by nude patent leather Christian Louboutin’s “So Kate” pumps. She also wore his “Athena” T-strap sandals with a Dsquared² leather dress.

While she mostly prefers heels, we’ve also spotted her in Nike Zoomx Invincible Run Flyknit sneakers. Her impeccable taste and sense of what suits her best have made her a favorite in the fashion world. That’s why we’re focusing on her most iconic shoe moments. Do you agree with our selection of Eva’s top 31 shoe moments below?

1. Sexy Black Saint Laurent Heels

Eva Longoria stuns in a sleek black Saint Laurent dress with gathered sleeves at the Producers Guild Awards (Credit: Apega / WENN)

Eva wore an outfit selected by stylist Charlene E. Roxborough Konsker to the 2018 Producers Guild Awards.

Eva Longoria showcases her radiant maternity style in a chic black mini dress paired with strappy black heels at the Producers Guild Awards on January 20, 2018 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

She went for an edgy maternity look in a mini dress from Saint Laurent with ruched sleeves and accessorized with a David Webb 18K gold ‘Buckle’ cuff and ‘X’ diamond bracelets. Her outfit was rounded off with sexy black sandals from Saint Laurent.

Eva Longoria showing off her feet in sexy black sandals (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

2. Brian Atwood ‘Vanity’ Sandals

Eva Longoria’s pinky toe falling out of her Brian Atwood ‘Vanity’ chain and fringe-trimmed sandals (Credit: Dan Jackman / WENN)

“With my shoes I never say, ‘Thank you and goodbye.’ I’m like, thank you and I move it to the other closet,” Eva told People about her shoe obsession for the annual Beautiful Issue.

“I can’t part, and my husband goes, ‘Why do you keep all these shoes?’ I’m like, ‘I’m a shoe collector.’ As if I’m an art collector. It’s a thing.”

“I feel like Louboutins came of age when I was coming into my fame, or when I was coming into my popularity. I feel like we have a relationship of growing together. So it was like the shoe to have at the moment when I started Desperate Housewives,” Longoria said of the American comedy-drama and mystery television series.

“I just remember just craving having a collection of many Louboutins. But really the main pair I wanted, which was very hard to get because I have a very small foot, it was always sold out, this patent leather nude.”

3. Brian Atwood ‘Follow Me’ Pumps

Eva Longoria exudes effortless elegance in a delicate lace top, perfectly complemented by her sleek hairstyle and natural makeup look (Credit: WENN)

Eva styled her pumps with leather shorts from the Longchamp Spring 2012 collection.

Eva Longoria turns heads in a chic lace top paired with tan leather shorts and nude platform heels in Cannes, France, on May 17, 2012 (Credit: WENN)

Do you like how the Over Her Dead Body actress styled her tan leather shorts with a lace top, and Brian Atwood Follow Me pumps?

Eva Longoria wearing Brian Atwood ‘Follow Me’ pumps (Credit: WENN)

4. Brian Atwood ‘Zenith Lux’ Pumps

Eva Longoria adds a bold pop of color with her striking pink Brian Atwood pumps, featuring delicate ankle straps and embellished detailing on the heels (Credit: WENN)

5. Tom Ford Wrapped Ankle Mesh Ballet Pumps

Eva Longoria got a kiss on the red carpet from comedian George Lopez before the two co-hosted the 2012 Alma Awards (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

Eva donned a black Monique Lhuillier Fall 2012 gown featuring a chiffon beaded neckline and cap sleeves.

Eva Longoria stuns in a dramatic black gown with lace detailing and a thigh-high slit, paired with bold ribbon-tied heels, at the NCLR ALMA Awards in Pasadena, California on September 16, 2012 (Credit: Apega / WENN)

Eva Longoria flaunts her chic pedicure in black Tom Ford ribbon-tied heels (Credit: WENN)

6. Giuseppe Zanotti Open-Toe Ankle Boots

Eva Longoria wearing Giuseppe Zanotti ankle boots (Credit: WENN)

7. Ugg ‘Amie’ Short Boots in Black

Eva Longoria flashed a cheerful smile as she made her way into LAX Airport in Los Angeles on December 1, 2017 (Credit: WENN)

We know celebrities like to stay comfortable at the airport, but you can be denied entrance to airport lounges if you show up in UGGs. However, Eva did not seem concerned at all when she showed up makeup-free and rocked black sweats with her UGG ‘Amie’ boots for her flight out of town.

Eva Longoria wearing UGG ‘Amie’ boots in black (Credit: WENN)

8. Gianvito Rossi ‘Portofino’ Sandals

Eva Longoria looked stunning in an asymmetrical navy tuxedo dress by Mario Dice at the Hollywood Film Awards the 21st Annual Hollywood Film Awards at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on November 5, 2017, in Beverly Hills, California (Credit: Brian To / WENN)

Eva looked amazing in an asymmetrical navy tuxedo dress by Mario Dice and black Gianvito Rossi ‘Portofino’ sandals.

Eva Longoria wearing black Gianvito Rossi ‘Portofino’ sandals (Credit: Brian To / WENN)

9. Gianvito Rossi ‘Denim Lola’ Sandals in Deep Black

Eva Longoria looks confident in a black suit at the Global Gift Gala (Credit: Mario Mitsis / WENN)

You can purchase these frayed denim sandals for $835 at FWRD.

Eva Longoria radiates confidence in a sleek black tailored suit paired with statement black heels featuring feather detailing, creating a polished yet playful look at the Global Gift Gala in London, England, on November 18, 2017 (Credit: Mario Mitsis / WENN)

Eva Longoria showed off her feet in Gianvito Rossi’s ‘Denim Lola’ sandals (Credit: Mario Mitsis / WENN)

10. Christian Louboutin Pumps

Eva Longoria showed a peek of skin in a sheer black dress by Zuhair Murad while attending the Eva Longoria Foundation Dinner held at Beso in Hollywood on October 9, 2014 (Credit: WENN)

Eva Longoria showed off a figure in a sheer cutout gown from Zuhair Murad paired with black pumps from Christian Louboutin.

Eva Longoria steps out in classic black Christian Louboutin pointed-toe heels (Credit: WENN)

Eva Longoria wearing black PVC pointy-toe pumps from Christian Louboutin (Credit: WENN)

11. Jimmy Choo Pumps

Eva Longoria donned a form-fitting black dress by David Koma while attending the premiere of her new documentary ‘Food Chains’ during the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival held at the SVA Theater in New York City on April 26, 2014 (Credit: DC5 / WENN)

Her black leather halter dress from David Koma features lace construction and was styled with an Elaine Turner snakeskin clutch.

Eva toted Elaine Turner’s ‘Bella’ python clutch (Credit: DC5 / WENN)

Eva Longoria shows off her feet in pointy-toe Jimmy Choo pumps (Credit: DC5 / WENN)

12. Manolo Blahnik ‘Estro’ Sandals

Eva Longoria flaunts a chic mint pedicure while wearing sleek black Manolo Blahnik ankle-strap heels (Credit: WENN)

13. Adidas Originals “Stan Smith” Sneakers

Eva Longoria rocks white Adidas Originals “Stan Smith” sneakers (Credit: WENN)

14. Manolo Blahnik ‘Estro’ Heels

Eva Longoria displays her feet in black Manolo Blahnik ‘Estro’ heels (Credit: WENN)

15. Oscar Tiye Sandal Boots

Eva Longoria makes a bold statement in black Oscar Tiye gladiator sandal boots, featuring intricate cut-out details and a knee-high design, adding drama to her look (Credit: WENN)

16. Manolo Blahnik ‘BB’ Pumps

Eva Longoria displays her feet in exotic Manolo Blahnik ‘BB’ pumps (Credit: WENN)

17. Manolo Blahnik ‘Estro’ Sandals

Eva Longoria shows off her impeccable style with a chic nude pedicure while wearing minimalist Manolo Blahnik heels, featuring clear straps and elegant ankle ties (Credit: WENN)

18. Knee-High Le Silla Boots

Eva Longoria rocks towering knee-high Le Silla boots (Credit: WENN)

19. Black Whipstitch Sandals

Eva Longoria displays her pretty feet in black whipstitch sandals (Credit: WENN)

20. Olgana ‘La Decouverte’ Sandals

Eva Longoria displays her hot feet in Olgana ‘La Decouverte’ sandals (Credit: WENN)

21. Gianvito Rossi “Portofino” Sandals

Eva Longoria sports sleek black Gianvito Rossi heels perfectly complementing her black pedicure (Credit: WENN)

22. Alaia Snakeskin-Print Heels

Eva Longoria displays her sexy feet in Alaia snakeskin-print heels (Credit: WENN)

23. Black Alaïa Studded Sandals

Eva Longoria adds height and elegance with black Alaïa studded sandals featuring spherical details and sleek ankle straps (Credit: WENN)

24. Aquazzura ‘Linda’ Heels

Eva Longoria displays her attractive feet in Aquazzura ‘Linda’ heels (Credit: WENN)

25. Gianvito Rossi ‘Portofino’ Nude Sandals

Eva Longoria complements her mint pedicure with a pair of nude Gianvito Rossi sandals (Credit: WENN)

26. Alaia Studded Suede Sandals

Eva Longoria displays her sexy feet in Alaia studded suede sandals (Credit: WENN)

27. Charlotte Olympia “Daphne” Pumps

Eva Longoria elevates her red carpet style in black Charlotte Olympia platform heels (Credit: WENN)

28. Aquazzura “Wild Thing” Sandals

Eva Longoria adds a playful touch to her look with black Aquazzura “Wild Thing” sandals featuring fun fringe detailing and delicate ankle ties (Credit: WENN)

29. Christian Louboutin “Mea Culpa” Heels

Eva Longoria displays her sexy feet in Christian Louboutin’s “Mea Culpa” flared suede red sole pump in black (Credit: WENN)

30. Christian Louboutin ‘So Kate’ Pumps

Eva Longoria shows off her feet in red patent Christian Louboutin ‘So Kate’ pumps (Credit: WENN)

31. Eva Longoria Sizzles in White Blazer Dress and Olgana Paris Sandals at Hispanic Achievements in Television Tribute

Eva Longoria made a striking appearance at The Paley Center for Media’s Hollywood Tribute to Hispanic Achievements in Television in Beverly Hills on October 24, 2016 (Credit: Apega / WENN)

Eva Longoria is considered one of the most recognizable and influential Latina actresses in the entertainment industry. So, we were not surprised when she attended The Paley Center for Media’s Hollywood Tribute to Hispanic Achievements in Television in October 2016.

The then-41-year-old actress chose her signature white color, which looked perfect against her bronze complexion. She was sexy — but classy — in a white jacket dress from Vatanika’s Resort 2017 collection. It featured long sleeves, lapels, front pockets, and a thigh-skimming hemline.

Eva Longoria showcased her signature style by donning a stunning white jacket dress from Vatanika’s Resort 2017 collection (Credit: Apega / WENN)

Eva kept the look glamorous with minimal jewelry, including crystal earrings. Her black strappy heels complemented her look and boosted her height by a couple of inches.

Eva Longoria exuded both sexiness and elegance, choosing minimal jewelry, including a pair of crystal earrings, to enhance her look (Credit: Apega / WENN)

She wore her hair straight with a middle parting and rounded out her look with smoky eye makeup and nude lipstick.

Eva Longoria’s black strappy heels not only completed her ensemble but also added a few inches to her stature (Credit: Apega / WENN)

Eva slipped into a pair of Olgana Paris sandals called “La Decouverte, ” which we spotted on Heidi Klum and Rachael Leigh.

Eva Longoria slipped into a pair of Olgana Paris sandals called La Decouverte (Credit: Apega / WENN)

They have pleated vamps, open toes, adjustable ankle straps, and four-inch heels. These sandals are no longer available online.

Eva Longoria shows off her feet in Olgana Paris sandals featuring pleated vamps, open toes, adjustable ankle straps, and approximately four-inch heels (Credit: Apega / WENN)