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*mootnezz
writes: i have heard a lot of times that women naturally are not attracted to shorter men than them or they tend to look down on them maybe with disrespect. how true is this, ladies? Reply to this Question
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reader, anonymous, writes (13 June 2008): Here individual differences and preferences matters alot.
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reader, anonymous, writes (29 May 2008): Tall is attractive in men. Just like good skin in girls, and curvy figures, etc.
You can always find some people who value something more or less than others, but generally a taller male is more attractive to women.
I don't think all women really have a specific number they'd agree on, but there is something very "right" about a female being a few inches shorter than her male.
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reader, anonymous, writes (28 May 2008): Well I like the way you phrased "How true is this" for maybe as with many things true is truly variant.If 1 person is quite a bit taller than another there is a good chance they would look down on them but if it is also with disrespect might depend on them.Why someone would say something to the affect that it is of little import then say something contrary is a question for them
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reader, Danielepew  +, writes (23 May 2008):
 I will add that "short" is a relative term. "Short" here means 1.60 meters. 1.7 meters is quite normal, close to average. 1.80 meters (your six feet, Oldersister) is "very tall". So, if you ask this question to women around you, they will all give you answers that will mean nothing to you. What is the average height in Ghana? And, what do girls tend to feel there?
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reader, Sexyteen  +, writes (23 May 2008):
 Well I personal dont look at shorter guys to date because if they are smaller then me I think of them as a little boy. I kissed someone that was like 3 inches shorter then me but we were the same age and I felt like i was robbing the cradle or something. I dont think there is a problem with them in general but that is my views. I know my friend has nothing wrong with it, its cool how you all feel. just respect how I feel.
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reader, anonymous, writes (23 May 2008): My guy is quite short, although I must admit, I always thought taller guys made me feel more protected, and I valued this. Yet, my guy makes me feel so protected and safe when I'm around him.
So yes, maybe some girls prefer taller guys, but a lot of us can look past this. Short guys are cute :]
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reader, anonymous, writes (23 May 2008): Never dated a shorter man, I love them as long and tall as I can get them. Not that I haven't met short guys that make me dizzy with lust. It's just that I've always had a hang-up with dating a man who keeps talking to my breasts all the time. My hang-up, not his.... Probably dosen't matter when we're horizontal though (LOL)
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reader, anonymous, writes (23 May 2008): right this is just my take on this one. My first was a short bloke, boy did he have little man syndrome, a wife beater he turned out to be. Not saying that all blokes are like that. The second was very very tall, and bloody thick to go with it. I went out with a bloke who was smaller than me and he was so bossy and controlling, sorry, but i think i am happier with a bloke taller than me, but hey, that could be just me, and all the best blokes are littler than me.
take care
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reader, anonymous, writes (23 May 2008): Im going out with a lad whose a little bit smaller than me, maybe on 1 or 2 inches though and i'll be honest i would rather him be a bit taller but it doesnt bother me enough not to be with him. The only thing is i dont wear high heels whenever we go on a night out but it does not bother him at all, its me who choses to do that. Hes secure and confident and thats what i find sexy in him. Hes my ideal man even if i would prefere him to be a couple of inches taller its so insignificant it really doesnt matter. i think if you have a problem with it then a girl may but if your confident and secure then girls will love that.
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reader, kittikat +, writes (23 May 2008):
 Ok, I have to post on this one...I am 5'11", so I encounter a lot of men shorter than me. My first boyfriend was like 5'4" or something and I was 5'10". I think it's usually the men that have the problem with taller girls. From my experience, and let me tell you, I've had a lot :-), the short guys try to make up for their lack in height. It's really sad because none of this should even matter-society has shaped us to believe what's attractive and what's not! Maybe being a short guy makes men focus more on their SELF, their personalities and sense of identity, I don't know. I've seen two extremes, the guys who are so insecure about their height that they boast and try wayyy too hard to prove their "manhood". And then I've seen the guys who, probably dealt with their insecurity, and do whatever it takes to make their lady remember them :-) From a sexual standpoint, most of the "short" guys I've been with have been absolutely phenomenal in bed, have great imaginations and try so damn hard to make you feel like the most wonderful woman in the world. It may be coincidence, but I don't think so. True, some have major complexes...That same first boyfriend was abusive and made me walk below the curb, on the street so that he didn't look so short. He absolutely forbade me from wearing anything that enhanced my stature and was way too concerned with appearances. My honest take on this is that it doesn't matter what size they are, short or tall, fluffy or skinny...It's the person inside and confidence that men have that makes them attractive. When a "short" guy has confidence, let me tell you, there's no stopping him. :-)
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reader, lotsofgiggles123 +, writes (23 May 2008):
 well i have never dated a short guy but i think the the ladies like for people for who they are not there size. hope dis helps
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reader, a_decent_1  +, writes (23 May 2008):
 I would like to mould ur statement...
"Girls do not like Guys who are Shorter than THEM" ...
Girlz find Short men Handsome as any other tall guy... They'd date you if you're Tall enough to beat them..
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reader, anonymous, writes (23 May 2008): the only reason girls shy away from shorter men is because most women want the man to be dominant and height has a lot to do with that.
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reader, babymamma626 +, writes (23 May 2008):
 i dated a guy that was shorter than me once and it sucked for me because when I went to prom i couldn't wear high heels and I didn't feel as pretty as the other girls because I had to wear these ugly flat shoes cuz i was already a few inches taller than him and if i wore high heels i would have towered him lol c(: ....but that was just insecurity on my part.
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reader, stuckinthemiddle81 +, writes (23 May 2008):
 If she's a good woman, she would be attracted to you no matter your height, weight, race, or creed. As long as you treat a woman right, she will respect you and like you for who you are.
I have been with my boyfriend for 1 1/2 years now and he's a few inches shorter than I (I am 5'6) and he is the greatest man I have ever met. He is amazing and I feel secure and safe around him.
Don't be afraid of asking women out just because of your height. You never know if she can be the one. Good luck!
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reader, anonymous, writes (22 May 2008): I would say,that some women do! I am not too tall .. about 5'6 which is normal for female. And if have to tell the truth ... yes, I a more attracted to tall males. Why? I dont know ... maybe because they make me feel,that they can save me from danger with their big tall body? I dont know .. I did date couple of shorter males ... in the past ... non of them was shorter than me .. but just about the same hight. I didnt have a problem with their height at all .. I didnt really care ... but I always was attracted to tall guys, and so most of my female friends.But its probably just something girls like. Its like ... boys will go probably with a good looking skinny girl out than with a very overweight great personality girl ... why? Becuse the fact that she is heavier wont even (USUALLY) get her to the point, when the guy asks her out, because he will rather go out with her skinny friend ( YES ITS A TRUE!!!)I use to be overweight (220pounds!) I wasnt too lucky with guys. I droped the weight to 150 and I have full ass of guys all the time !!! Too bad we can not do much about our height.But you shouldnt be worry .. I dont know how tall you are, but females tend to be shorter anyway...so 90%of time, you will be taller than them anywayDont worry!!!!!
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reader, BigSis  +, writes (22 May 2008):
 Think more Dudley Moore, now he was cute, funny and loveable, but Woody Allen? What a nob, how anyone could fancy that ~ I have no idea. Blurrrggghhhh!! *Heaves and gags*
I'm pretty short myself, 5'2", I've never dated a guy shorter than me, otherwise he would be little. I tend to attract and be attracted to men a lot taller than me.
My eldest brother married a girl at least 3" taller than him, and my son's girlfriend is taller than him, and he's fairly tall himself. She doesn't help much by wearing really high shoes, which in my opinion is nuts...'coz her legs are long enough as it is! Cow!!!
{Not really...just kiddin' Emma...sorry}
Smootnezz, how tall are you?
BigSis x
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reader, Tisha-1 +, writes (22 May 2008):
 The men I would think of with disrespect are men who treat others around them poorly, behave badly towards the women in their life, lie, or cheat or just generally be miserable people. It has nothing to do with height. I have some male friends who are considered 'short' in stature but who are large in spirit, heart, compassion and intelligence and I don't see them as lacking anything! Oh, and most of them are very happily married.
One of my very good friends is married to a woman who is 3 or 4 inches taller than he is and they have two lovely children. She was in love with him the moment she met him because of his wonderful sense of humor and his intelligence. She wears high heels too sometimes but they are the most lovely couple you would ever want to meet.
Being attractive to women might be easier if you were taller but I think the biggest attraction to women is an honest soul, and a true interest in them as people.
That's this lady's answer, hope it helps!
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reader, kirsty_123us +, writes (22 May 2008):
definately not true. women look for different things in men every woman likes different things, like every man likes different aspects of a woman.
i have dated a smaller guy before .
plus its what inside that counts
good luck
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reader, WastedLife +, writes (22 May 2008):
I'm a tall guy, and I've seen girls I like go with shorter guys - think Woody Allen, Sonny Bono, etc. The key is to be fun, funny in a good way, somewhat brazen and in control, and good at reading women. Some of the best dancers are shorter guys, and taking dance classes is a good idea. Keep yourself in shape if possible - shabby is independent of height. Good luck.
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