Tessa Thompson's Stylists Explain How She Dresses Like Her "Creed" Character

Thompson styled a Wiederhoeft Fall 2023 gilded, corseted midi dress and jewelry with Le Silla pumps.

On Feb. 15, 2023, Thompson attended the "Creed III" premiere in a Robert Wun tent dress her stylists described as "quintessential Tessa." The strapless design, pulled from the Spring 2023 Couture line, was finished with Roger Vivier shoes and diamond jewels from Garrard and Mizuki.

On Oct. 26, 2022, Thompson kept her look low-key in a strapless Anna Quan Delfina gown that came in white satin and featured hidden pockets.

Thompson wore a Schiaparelli Haute Couture asymmetrical dress featuring a bralette dripping in vintage pearls. She accessorized with patent pumps and knee-high stockings connected to a garter.

Thompson wore a glistening mesh look from Interior's Fall 2022 collection, as well as a chain choker and rings from Pomellato. She finished the outfit with towering platforms.

Thompson capped off her glamorous Marc Jacobs ensemble with the brand's towering platforms. She pulled off the voluminous avant-garde silhouette exactly as the designer pictured it.

Thompson's neon green gathered skirt and matching corset are from Christopher John Rogers's Resort 2023 collection. She completed the look with a black netted headpiece and five-foot long braid.

Thompson stepped out in Elie Saab Haute Couture, creating a memorable moment between her and her stylists, Wayman + Micah. She brought the look together with a square Brandon Blackwood top-handle bag and Christian Louboutin pumps.

Thompson wore a futuristic Armani Privé spring 2009 look to the "White Noise" screening and opening ceremony on Aug. 31, 2022. She styled her architectural moment with Giuseppe Zanotti shoes.

Styled by Wayman Deon and Micah McDonald, the actress stunned in a gold, bustier-style dress from Oscar de la Renta's resort 2023 collection. She finished the deconstructed design with matching metallic thigh-high Stuart Weitzman boots, a gold choker, and arm cuffs.

Thompson commanded the red carpet in a custom gray metallic Armani Privé gown. Boasting a strapless silhouette and an asymmetric hip cutout, the dress had all the hallmarks of a memorable look. She accessorized with a silver arm cuff, rings, and earrings from Graziela Gems, EF Collection, and Sara Weinstock jewelry.

To celebrate the HBO drama's fourth season, the actress took a risk in a sheer, gold crinkle silk gown from Interior's fall 2022 collection. Needless to say, it totally paid off.

The "Westworld" star made a striking appearance in a conceptual Puppets and Puppets minidress, imprinted with a snakeskin motif and finished with a ruffled train. She completed the look with simple black pumps.

Thompson's take on the "Gilded Glamour" theme involved a custom pink Carolina Herrera ballgown. The striking design boasts an off-the-shoulder silhouette, a voluminous tiered skirt, and a corseted bodice.

Looking as regal as ever, Thompson was shrouded in an off-white Schiaparelli jacket lined with black velvet, pared back with a pair of bermuda shorts. She added on Wolford tights, a playful camera bag, and platform heels.

The movie star made an edgy entrance in an all-black, patent-leather ensemble by Del Core. The full look consisted of a column maxi skirt and an off-the-shoulder top with a sweetheart neckline that fanned out into billowing sleeves.

The actress embraced a Victorian theme with a gray strapless Bach Mai ballgown that descended into a bustle. She enhanced the drama with black patent-leather opera gloves and kept her footwear simple with black pumps.

Thompson wowed in another strapless silk taffeta ballgown by Christian Siriano. A pair of sparkly heels completed the elegant ensemble.

The star oozed retro glamour in a sultry Rodarte slip dress, designed with a sheer lace top in black.

For the Vanity Fair Oscar party in 2020, Thompson arrived in an Atelier Versace one-shoulder mint-colored gown — complete with black belt detailing and a high slit. She styled it with black gladiator sandals and a boxy black bag.

For the opening of Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura Beverly Hills, Thompson wore a multicolored Gucci x Disney floral silk midi dress with black leather gloves and a matching leather handbag.

For the Dior Haute Couture Spring 2020 show, Thompson sported a Dior tulle midi skirt with a striped sweater and leather trench coat, which she wore draped over her shoulders. She paired the look with Mary Jane heels and a chambray bag.

During her "Men in Black: International" press tour, Thompson stepped out in Paris in an edgy Robert Wun tuxedo with a cobalt frill.

For her "Men in Black: International" press tour stop in Russia, Thompson chose a Versace tailored suit featuring zebra and leopard patterns.

At the Chanel and Charles Finch pre-Oscars dinner in 2019, Thompson stunned in a cream-colored tiered ruffle dress by Chanel. The design comes replete with a wide silver belt, silver sandals, and Chanel perfume bottle bag.

For the Disney+ "Lady and the Tramp" screening, Thompson chose a Loewe white linen pantsuit that flared at her waist and ankles and featured an oversize black collar.

As if Thompson's black tank dress wasn't cool enough, she paired it with black-and-white-striped platform sneakers, a leopard-print purse, and a straw cowboy hat.

During the 2019 Sundance Film Festival, Thompson stepped out wearing a chic black turtleneck, black booties, and Solace London wide-leg, ruffled jeans.

For the 2019 Academy Awards, Thompson chose a Chanel black ruffled bustier dress that was embroidered with gold beads and accessorized with strappy black sandals.

Thompson's look for the 2019 MTV Movie and TV Awards included an oversize metallic suit dress and platform penny loafers, both designed by Thom Browne. She completed the look with a tiny suitcase purse.

At the "Men In Black: International" world premiere in 2019, Thompson stole the show with her one-shoulder silver Rodarte gown, which featured a statement sleeve and an asymmetrical ruffle hem. To complete the look, she wore metallic platform sandals and brought along a sparkling crescent moon-shaped purse.

In 2019, Thompson suited up in blue army pants and a matching blue blazer, which she paired with heeled booties and giant gold hoops.

It was impossible to ignore Thompson at the European premiere of "Creed II" in 2018, thanks to her mossy green Valentino gown. The design featured a high neckline, drop waist, and voluminous skirt.

While on a press tour for "Creed II," Thompson shared two separate but very similar looks on her Instagram page: a Christopher John Rogers gold silk dress with matching wide-leg trousers, followed by a Pyer Moss white shirtdress and breezy pants.

Wearing black as a nod to the Time's Up movement, Thompson showed up at the 2018 HBO Golden Globe afterparty in an Alexandre Vauthier Haute Couture black tuxedo and sheer turtleneck with velvet details.

For the 2018 Met Gala, Thompson chose a strapless black corset gown and a black-and-white tweed jacket with a red lining, both by Thom Browne.

At the 2018 MTV Movie And TV Awards, Thompson turned heads with her red Rosie Assoulin floor-length coat dress and matching maxi skirt. She brought the look together with red pointy-toed shoes and a fuzzy red handbag.

For the 2017 Emmy Awards, Thompson chose a rainbow-colored halter gown designed by Rosie Assoulin, that comes complete with a pleated skirt and cutouts.

Thompson brought futuristic glamour to the 2017 Emmy Awards with her beaded cold-shoulder dress by Naeem Khan and silver Giuseppe Zanotti heeled sandals.

Thompson was the epitome of cool in 2017 with her crocheted tank. She layered it over a fishnet top and accessorized with mismatched earrings, a chain-link necklace, and green-tinted shades.

Thompson's look for the Rodarte Fall 2016 show included a lace-accented Rodarte blouse with velvet sleeves, black-and-silver bedazzled pants, and silver pumps.

Thompson hit the red carpet for "Creed"'s European premiere in 2016 in a red, white, and blue sequined gown by Marc Jacobs. The striking gown boasts three-quarter sleeves, a daring cutout in the back, and a sky-high slit in the front.

For the "Creed" premiere in 2015, Thompson arrived in a black-and-gold leather minidress by Valentino, complete with fluttery tulle sleeves. She styled it with strappy silver sandals and a silver clutch.

For the Rodarte show during New York Fashion Week in fall 2015, Thompson dressed in head-to-toe Rodarte. Her outfit included her studded thigh-high boots, black jeans, horseshoe belt, oversize clutch, and ruffled red-and-black blouse.

At the "Selma" 2014 premiere, Thompson stunned in a Rodarte gown with a combination of fishnet, sequins, and Swarovski crystals.

Thompson looked like a dream at the 2014 Gotham Independent Film Awards in her Ashi Studio look, which consisted of a white cashmere dress embellished with sequins and crystal stones. She elevated the look with a peach-colored cropped overlay, a flowing train, and silver sequined pumps.