Hilary Duff, who stands at 5 feet 1 inch (154.9 cm), has often claimed in interviews to be slightly taller, stating she is 5’2″.
Despite this, her height remains below the average for an adult American woman, typically between 5 feet 3 inches and 5 feet 4 inches (160-162.5 cm). To compensate for her petite frame, Duff often turns to high heels to elongate her silhouette, and she wears a shoe size 6.5 (US).
Hilary Duff sparkles in a chic white top, a beige mini skirt, and gold strappy heels at the premiere of A Cinderella Story in Hollywood on July 10, 2004 (Credit: Jody Cortes / WENN)
Standing Tall: Hilary Duff’s Shoe Choices That Elevate Her Style
Hilary Duff has repeatedly spoken to the press about her insecurities as a shorter woman. In 2016, when asked if she could change anything about her appearance, she told StyleCaster:
“I’d probably be a little taller. I’m 5’2″. I’d honestly be happy at 5’4″, but I’d maybe want to be 5’5″.
Hilary Duff shows off her sleek black zippered peep-toe heels paired with a bold red pedicure (Credit: Nikki Nelson/ WENN)
Despite her short stature, Hilary Duff has found several ways to trick the eye and lengthen her silhouette through her style.
Firstly, using one of the most common style tricks for shorter women, Hilary Duff is a huge fan of heels. She told reporters that she always wears high heels on a red carpet to compensate for her height.
Hilary Duff, in a red Giambattista Valli ballgown with a halter neckline, posing with Matthew Koma at the Elton John AIDS Foundation’s 31st Annual Academy Awards Viewing Party on March 12, 2023, in West Hollywood, California (Credit: Fayes Vision / Startraksphoto / Cover Images)
On Your Next Shoes, Hilary Duff has been featured wearing heels by footwear brands such as Kurt Geiger, Saint Laurent, Gucci, Christian Louboutin, Lanvin, IRO, Gianvito Rossi, Valentino, Isabel Marant, and Giuseppe Zanotti.
However, we’ve also seen her in UGG boots, Schutz “Gilberta” pumps, Marc by Marc Jacobs “Carroll” boots, and Stella McCartney “Suffolk” slip-on sandals.
Hilary Duff’s Most Memorable Shoe Moments
Hilary Duff’s footwear choices often elevate her effortlessly chic style. Here are some of her most standout shoe moments over the years:
- Giuseppe Zanotti Platform Wedges: At the “Soul Surfer” premiere, Hilary donned dark blue suede platform wedges by Giuseppe Zanotti. Paired with a striped mini skirt and black top, they created a chic red carpet ensemble.
- Gucci ‘Angel’ Pumps: Promoting “Younger” in New York, she wore blush-colored Gucci ‘Angel’ platform pumps, complementing her one-sleeved mini dress and showcasing her sophisticated style.
- Christian Louboutin ‘Vicky’ Ankle Boots: While shopping in Los Angeles, Hilary wore plum-colored Christian Louboutin ‘Vicky’ ankle boots. She’s also worn Christian Louboutin’s So Kate pumps with a loose-fitting sheer blouse and Saint Laurent cape.
- Manolo Blahnik Booties: At the Rodeo Drive Walk of Style award ceremony, she opted for black leather Manolo Blahnik booties, perfectly complementing her patterned blouse and Hervé Léger bandage skirt.
- Giuseppe Zanotti Western Boots: Embracing a Western-inspired look, Hilary chose Giuseppe Zanotti cowboy-style ankle boots. These boots featured concealed semi-wedge heels that added a unique twist to her ensemble.
For more footwear inspiration, see how she styled a Zara mint green mini dress with taupe Gianvito Rossi “Laura” knee-high boots.
Hilary Duff conceals her face with a chic Chanel handbag while stepping out in casual style, sporting Balenciaga slide sandals and carrying an Owala water bottle in Sherman Oaks on April 18, 2024 (Credit: BauerGriffin / INSTARimages)
For sneakers, she seems to prefer Nike and Golden Goose. In December 2016, she styled red tie-dye capri leggings with a cozy raccoon sweatshirt, black Nike Free 4.0 Flyknit sneakers, and a leather jacket,
Camilla Belle stands tall at 5ft 7½ inches next to Hilary Duff at the Love Leo Rescue Cocktails for a Cause event in Los Angeles, highlighting their support for animal welfare on December 8, 2023 (Credit: Michael Simon / Startraksphoto)
Evolving Style: How Motherhood Shaped Hilary Duff’s Fashion Choices
As she’s grown older and started a family, she’s updated her wardrobe to accommodate her new lifestyle. She told Yahoo!:
“My everyday vibe is jeans and shorts, if I’m getting ready for an event or have some sort of work dinner I tend to dress a little sharper. And I like things that have structure — I’m only 5’2″ so I dress very specifically because I’m so short.”
Hilary Duff’s black and gold Giuseppe Zanotti high heels made her look much taller (Credit: Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock)
Sharp, structured looks are flattering and easy to play with proportions for smaller frames.
Spotlight on Hilary Duff’s Iconic Isabel Marant Bobby Wedge Sneakers
Hilary Duff wears her hair up as she grocery shops with her son, Luca Cruz Comrie, on November 11, 2012, in Los Angeles (Credit: WENN)
In November 2012, Hilary Duff ran errands with her son in height-boosting Isabel Marant Étoile “Bobby” wedge sneakers. She paired her casual-chic shoes with floral-printed black Level 99 jeans and a black zip-up hoodie.
Hilary Duff wears floral-printed black jeans as she takes her son grocery shopping in Los Angeles (Credit: WENN)
She carried a reusable grocery Goyard St. Louis tote and styled her hair in a casual messy bun.
Hilary Duff runs errands in red Isabel Marant wedge sneakers (Credit: WENN)
We’ve previously featured these shoes in olive green on Nicki Hilton. However, we like the cheery red option. They’d look great with black skinnies or leggings and a printed tunic.
You can check out similar wedge sneakers from the same fashion designer at Nordstrom and Mytheresa.
Isabel Marant Étoile “Bobby” Wedge Sneakers in Blue, $665
Isabel Marant Étoile “Bobby” Wedge Sneakers in Red, $665