Tessa Thompson Proves the Power of Understated Luxury in Jude “Haze” Pumps on The View

Tessa Thompson stopped by The View on Monday while appearing in The Fear of 13, her Broadway debut, and turned heads in an eclectic, city-chic ensemble that perfectly reflected her modern approach to dressing.

While her patchwork Giovanna Flores dress made a bold statement, it was her ivory Jude pumps that balanced the look, grounding the mix of colors and prints with understated elegance.

Tessa is starring alongside Adrien Brody, who is also making his Broadway debut in the production. The play tells the true story of Nick Yarris, who was convicted and sentenced to death for a 1981 kidnapping, rape, and murder, and spent 22 years on death row before post-conviction DNA testing proved his innocence. While the story is intense, Tessa’s style at her recent press appearance brought a playful, city-chic energy!

Tessa Thompson wears an eclectic, city-chic outfit, combining a printed Giovanna Flores dress with ivory Jude heels, while promoting her Broadway debut, The Fear of 13, on The View in New York City on June 1, 2026 (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Sleek in Ivory: Tessa Thompson Anchors Her Look With Jude “Haze” Pumps

Thompson grounded her eclectic dress with a pair of Jude “Haze” pumps in ivory crinkled lamb leather. Crafted in Portugal from Italian-sourced leather, the shoes featured a softly creased finish that added texture and depth without competing with the dress’s mix of prints and fabrics.

What sets the “Haze” apart from a standard white pump is its thoughtful construction. The low-cut V-shaped vamp and curved sidewalls create a more elongated, leg-lengthening effect than traditional pumps, making them an ideal match for mid-length hemlines like Thompson’s patchwork dress. Almond-shaped toes and slender tapered heels further enhanced the streamlined silhouette, giving the look a refined, architectural finish.

The approximately 3-inch heels provided just enough lift for a polished daytime appearance while maintaining the effortless feel that defined the outfit. Available for $620 at Mytheresa, the “Haze” has quickly become one of the brand’s signature styles.

Thompson isn’t the only celebrity drawn to the understated design. Earlier this year, Naomi Watts also wore ivory Jude “Haze” pumps, pairing them with a Gia Studios wrap jacket and cocoon trousers while promoting the FX series Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette.

Tessa Thompson slips into a pair of off-white crinkled leather pumps by Jude, with low, curved sides, almond toes, and tapered heels (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Patchwork Play: Tessa Thompson Wears Giovanna Flores for The View

Tessa Thompson wore a sleeveless dress from Giovanna Flores’ Fall 2025 collection. The New York-based designer is known for her slow-fashion, eco-conscious pieces made from upcycled and deadstock fabrics, and her signature patchwork techniques were on full display in Tessa’s look.

The dress featured a navy dotted print at the bodice and hem, a mustard paisley panel on the skirt and cowl neckline, a burgundy satin section hugging one side of the waist and cascading down the skirt, and a geometric purple square print in a darker section, creating a layered, textural look.

The mix of fabrics, colors, and prints gave the dress a playful, avant-garde energy, though I have to admit, the patterns were a little overwhelming.

Tessa Thompson balances the simplicity of her shoes with the busyness of her Giovanna Flores dress, featuring paisley, dots, and color-blocked panels (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Polished Contrast: Red Lips, Sunglasses & a Slouchy White Bag

Thompson kept her accessories minimal so her dress and shoes could stand out. Tiny earrings and a few delicate rings added a subtle touch of sparkle, while black rectangular Lu Goldie sunglasses brought a hint of star power. She completed the look with a slouchy white bag that perfectly echoed the ivory of her shoes.

Tessa styled her hair sleek and straight with a center parting, while her makeup featured bold red lipstick, adding drama and contrast to complete the polished yet effortless ensemble.

Tessa Thompson adds a minimalist slouchy white bag, sunglasses, earrings, and sweet but bold makeup (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

How Tessa Thompson and JUDE Prove the Power of Understated Footwear

While the patchwork Giovanna Flores dress delivered the drama, Tessa Thompson’s ivory JUDE “Haze” pumps demonstrated how the right shoes can bring balance to even the most eclectic outfit. Their softly sculpted silhouette, textured leather finish, and minimalist design provided a quiet counterpoint to the dress’s mix of colors and prints, allowing every element of the look to work together rather than compete for attention.

The appearance also placed a spotlight on JUDE, a label that has quickly attracted fashion insiders and celebrities drawn to refined craftsmanship and modern, logo-free design. From Tessa Thompson’s Broadway press tour look to Naomi Watts’ polished tailoring and Eiza Gonzalez’s sleek monochrome styling, the brand’s sculptural pumps have shown remarkable versatility across a wide range of aesthetics.