Kerry Washington stands at 5ft 4in (162.6 cm) and wears a US shoe size 8, which is average for American women. She is shorter than Sofia Wylie and Charlize Theron but slightly taller than Michelle Yeoh.
Charlize Theron, Sofia Wylie, Sophia Anne Caruso, Kerry Washington, and Michelle Yeoh showcase their distinct styles and striking height differences at The School for Good and Evil premiere (Credit: Tinseltown / Shutterstock)
In an interview with Allure Magazine, Kerry Washington openly shared her height, stating, “I’m 5ft 4. It’s better off just being honest, otherwise they find out later.”
Not related to Denzel Washington, the American actress/producer is best known for Django Unchained (2012), Scandal (2012), and Save the Last Dance (2001).
Kerry Washington stuns in an embroidered long-sleeve mini dress paired with classic white pointed-toe heels at the 2022 ABC Disney Upfront on May 17, 2022, in New York City (Credit: Startraksphoto / John Nacion)
Frequently featured in high heels on Your Next Shoes, her favorite footwear brands include Christian Louboutin, SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker, Paris Texas, Magda Butrym, Giuseppe Zanotti, and Nicholas Kirkwood.
Stepping in Style: Kerry Washington’s Most Memorable Designer Heel Moments
“I’m totally a stiletto girl,” Kerry Washington once confessed. “But in the rest of my life, I’d say I’m 50/50. I love a good heel, but I also have a really great sneaker collection. That’s the Bronx girl in me.”
True to her word, Kerry’s red carpet appearances are often defined by her impeccable choice of designer heels, each pair adding a distinctive flair that reflects her versatile and polished sense of style.
- Christian Louboutin: At the 2017 Film Independent Spirit Awards, Kerry dazzled in a textured Prada midi dress adorned with shimmering crystals. She completed her look with black patent leather Christian Louboutin Blakissima sandals featuring the brand’s signature red soles and elegant bow details. She also wore his ‘Paulina’ pumps with a Narciso Rodriguez dress.
- Sophia Webster: During the 2017 Golden Globes, Kerry turned heads in a nude lace Dolce & Gabbana midi dress, pairing it with sparkling Sophia Webster Rosalind crystal heels that added just the right amount of glam to her red carpet look.
- Alexandre Vauthier: At the 2024 Disney Upfront event, she showcased a burgundy leather drop-waist dress by Brandon Maxwell. The outfit was elevated with metallic gold Alexandre Vauthier Shooting sandals, known for their towering heels and sculptural elegance.
- Jimmy Choo: While attending the NAACP Image Awards, Kerry embraced monochrome in a sheer white ensemble and completed the look with Jimmy Choo Thyra rhinestone heels, making a sparkling statement on the red carpet.
- Michael Kors: For the Fall 2025 Michael Kors runway show during New York Fashion Week, Kerry opted for a sleek navy outfit styled with black leather Michael Kors pointed-toe pumps featuring crisscross ankle straps—an elegant nod to timeless fashion.
- Brian Atwood: At the ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Luncheon, Kerry stunned in an all-white Cushnie et Ochs peplum skirt suit, styled with bold Brian Atwood Maniac cherry red pumps that brought a pop of color to her minimalist look.
For more fashion inspiration, don’t miss how Kerry Washington styled black ankle boots with a ruffled jumpsuit, a black Sally LaPointe gown with crystal-heeled pumps, and metallic ankle-strap sandals with a sleeveless midi dress.
Kerry Washington steps out in edgy black lace peep-toe Jimmy Choo booties (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)
In addition to the footwear designers mentioned previously, Kerry Washington has been seen in heels by Brian Atwood and Casadei.
Whether on the red carpet or at exclusive industry events, Kerry Washington never misses a style beat. At the ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon, for example, she paired a crisp white peplum skirt suit with bold cherry red Brian Atwood heels—creating a striking contrast that elevated her entire look.
Kerry Washington Stuns in All-White Cushnie et Ochs for ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Luncheon
Kerry Washington stuns with bold red lips and a sleek hairstyle at the 5th Annual ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Luncheon on February 23, 2012 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
In February 2012, Kerry Washington was spotted looking sleek and stylish while attending an Essence Magazine event.
Kerry Washington exuded elegance in a winter-white ensemble, donning a stylish Cushnie et Ochs Spring 2012 peplum skirt suit (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
The actress, one of the honorees, wore a sophisticated all-white number from the Cushnie et Ochs Spring 2012 collection.
Kerry Washington elevated her outfit with eye-catching cherry red Brian Atwood ‘Maniac’ heels and a distinctive Kate Spade Make Headlines Travel Edition Magazine clutch (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
She paired her peplum skirt suit with bright and colorful extras for added punch. Among the accessories were a set of orange-red pumps from Brian Atwood and a very familiar magazine-like clutch.
Kerry is wearing cherry red Brian Atwood ‘Maniac’ pumps (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
One of Kate Spade’s quirky clutches, she’s toting the ‘Make Headlines Travel Edition Magazine’ clutch, a printed piece of Tyvek material, a synthetic high-density polyethylene variant.
Kerry toting a Kate Spade New York ‘Make Headlines Travel Edition Magazine’ clutch (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)