ruggy Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 Do women have a problem with men who are the same height or a bit shorter? A couple of ladies I have an interest in I was thinking of contacting. I am only 5' 10'' and they are the same height. Chances are they will be wearing heels, so they could be be 6' 0'' and I would be 5' 10''. Do women have issues with this?
SoulSearch_CO Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 Ruggy? Seriously? This subject has been beat to death on this forum. http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t209381 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t208201 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t207355 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t208268 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t207479 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t202108 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t197966 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t200801 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t200519 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t200388 Bottom line? Yes, to a lot of women it really matters. But as to all things in life, you will find exceptions. I say don't sell yourself short (omg, bad pun, sorry) and just cast a wide net. You never know what you might find.
Scottdmw Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 5'10" is above average. Stop worrying about it. Scott
AD1980 Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 Youre just right.. You still have to be taller then those short girls when they wearing 5 or 6' heels so youre good..
jerseyboy Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 Tall women prefer taller men But their options are more limited, so they have to comprimise. Precisely because so many tall men prefer shorter women (more feminine looking). Want to hear a woman lose it? Tell a tall girl about tall guys dating/preferring short women:) I actually get dirty looks from them when they see you with a short girl. Who I feel bad for are shorter guys than you. It must be hell. You at leasta re mroe than fine with most girls
cognac Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 Do women have a problem with men who are the same height or a bit shorter? A couple of ladies I have an interest in I was thinking of contacting. I am only 5' 10'' and they are the same height. Chances are they will be wearing heels, so they could be be 6' 0'' and I would be 5' 10''. Do women have issues with this? Yes they absolutely do. However at 5'10 you probably won't get rejected that often, as long as you are 4-5 inches taller. You're only completely and hopelessly screwed if you are 5'7 and under.
cognac Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 Tall women prefer taller men But their options are more limited, so they have to comprimise. Precisely because so many tall men prefer shorter women (more feminine looking). Want to hear a woman lose it? Tell a tall girl about tall guys dating/preferring short women:) I actually get dirty looks from them when they see you with a short girl. Who I feel bad for are shorter guys than you. It must be hell. You at leasta re mroe than fine with most girls I don't understand why tall women only want to date really tall guys. Personally as a guy 5'7, I have met a lot of tall, medium, short girls. Not just that, but I don't feel "less manly" next to a girl whose 3 or 4 inches taller than me, because while she is tall I am still the man and still stronger (as a rule). Tall women are in their predicament because of their stupid pickiness about height and I have no sympathy for them at all.
flosskel Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 Yes they absolutely do. However at 5'10 you probably won't get rejected that often, as long as you are 4-5 inches taller. You're only completely and hopelessly screwed if you are 5'7 and under. You know, in some places 5'7" is average height and maybe even tall.
jerseyboy Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 I don't understand why tall women only want to date really tall guys. Personally as a guy 5'7, I have met a lot of tall, medium, short girls. Not just that, but I don't feel "less manly" next to a girl whose 3 or 4 inches taller than me, because while she is tall I am still the man and still stronger (as a rule). Tall women are in their predicament because of their stupid pickiness about height and I have no sympathy for them at all. Dude Getting pissed at people for things they cant control.... Eeventually most do settle. And it isnt that they dont have the same problem as short guys. Just reversed Im pretty tall (6'5ft) and I just get turned off by tall women. I was standing in line with one at the theater. Up till then the attraction was there for me. These guys were standing right behind her on line, and when I looked over I was just seeing her for really the first time in relation to other men who were average height. It made her look masculine to me, It was a total turn off. I never asked her out again. When I talk to girls they pretty much always say the same thing. I make them feel safe. And they dont want to feel bigger than the guy they are sleeping with. As in a short thin guy makes them feel big, a tall muscular guy makes them feel more petite, which they prefer
flosskel Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 But yea, I went out with a girl taller than me who then also wore shoes that made her even taller. Didn't bother me. I guess it didn't bother her either since we were dating. If you start talking to a woman and your height is an issue, than screw them. Such a stupid thing to be picky about. At least be picky about something that a person has control over.
cognac Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 When I talk to girls they pretty much always say the same thing. I make them feel safe. And they dont want to feel bigger than the guy they are sleeping with. As in a short thin guy makes them feel big, a tall muscular guy makes them feel more petite, which they prefer[/Quote] That is based on comic books and movies. A girl who is taller than me, with some rare exceptions like Chyna, will generally be physically weaker because of biology. I am 5'7 and thin, yet I can benchpress my own weight and can certainly dominate a woman in bed. Sure the tall muscular guy can throw her farther, but the shorter thin guy can still get the job down. Some girl I was with was playing around with me and I was throwing her around and she was shocked that I could do that because I am short and thin (i could tell it turned her on and probably saved me in her eyes). Most women have this belief out of ignorance. And what about short muscular guy vs tall lanky guy. In my experience, the lanky guy will generally pique the girls interest much faster than the short muscular guy, so this theory is moot.
cognac Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 When I talk to girls they pretty much always say the same thing. I make them feel safe. And they dont want to feel bigger than the guy they are sleeping with. As in a short thin guy makes them feel big, a tall muscular guy makes them feel more petite, which they prefer[/Quote] That is based on comic books and movies. A girl who is taller than me, with some rare exceptions like Chyna, will generally be physically weaker because of biology. I am 5'7 and thin, yet I can benchpress my own weight and can certainly dominate a woman in bed. Sure the tall muscular guy can throw her farther, but the shorter thin guy can still get the job done. Some girl I was with was playing around with me and I was throwing her around and she was shocked that I could do that because I am short and thin (i could tell it turned her on and probably saved me in her eyes). Most women have this belief out of ignorance. And what about short muscular guy vs tall lanky guy. In my experience, the lanky guy will generally pique the girls interest much faster than the short muscular guy, so this theory is moot.
Ms. Joolie Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 (edited) OP, you're 5'10! That's a nice height for a guy, especially if you like taller women because you are not actually 'short', or rather, shorter than the average male. I had a very good friend who was 5'11, and she ended up marrying a guy about the same height, give or take an inch. I think that is very common case. A tall girl doesn't mind being taller than the guy in heels. I feel bad for tall women actually, more so than below average height guys, because lots of guys want that smaller woman. I'm 5'3, so no complaints. Okay, well, I don't like much having to buy clothes that are labeled "petite" or jeans labeled "short".... lol. Discrimination! Edited November 27, 2009 by Ms. Joolie
jerseyboy Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 That is based on comic books and movies. A girl who is taller than me, with some rare exceptions like Chyna, will generally be physically weaker because of biology. I am 5'7 and thin, yet I can benchpress my own weight and can certainly dominate a woman in bed. Sure the tall muscular guy can throw her farther, but the shorter thin guy can still get the job down. Some girl I was with was playing around with me and I was throwing her around and she was shocked that I could do that because I am short and thin (i could tell it turned her on and probably saved me in her eyes). Most women have this belief out of ignorance. And what about short muscular guy vs tall lanky guy. In my experience, the lanky guy will generally pique the girls interest much faster than the short muscular guy, so this theory is moot. Dude they arent all lying, except maybe to you. And it isnt an issue of strength which you keep alluding to, which btw is weirding me out. Like you need to keep proving you can kick some chicks azz. The issue is not whether you can beat her up. And riding someone as shallow because they are wired with preferences, some of which they might not be willing to give up for you, however much you imagine yourself to be gods gift to women, is pointless. Also Im not sure what universe you are in that women prefer lanky to muscular.Not all, or even most women want an Arnold physique. But I dont know many (read any) women that dont prefer a bigger guy. And if they tell you they do, its probablky to make you feel good (ie you arent) While were at it, theyre also lying when they tell you penis size doesnt matter
cognac Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 OP, you're 5'10! That's a nice height for a guy, especially if you like taller women because you are not actually 'short', or rather, shorter than the average male. I had a very good friend who was 5'11, and she ended up marrying a guy about the same height, give or take an inch. I think that is very common case. A tall girl doesn't mind being taller than the guy in heels. I feel bad for tall women actually, more so than below average height guys, because lots of guys want that smaller woman. I'm 5'3, so no complaints. Okay, well, I don't like much having to buy clothes that are labeled "petite" or jeans labeled "short".... lol. Discrimination! Why do tall girls have it so bad? Tall pretty woman= supermodel Short handsome guy= midget/weird/ewww.
Ms. Joolie Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 Why do tall girls have it so bad? Tall pretty woman= supermodel Short handsome guy= midget/weird/ewww. I said that because I was thinking about by friend who was really tall and felt so awkward with anyone shorter than she. She felt her height was overpowering and would scare the shorter guys away. She felt doomed to date taller guys when actually she was attracted to a lot of men who were shorter than she was. So I just feel for tall woman because of that. lol. But the flipside, yes, is that she was supermodel height. She is a very beatiful woman, and often thought to be a model. Amazing how height plays a factor in a relationship.... always the strong and weak points to a person's height perhaps. But the weak points (if you want to call it that) are only a problem if you make it into a problem. Tall women and short guys.... we see the problems all the time but as you pointed out, tall women are the supermodel type and short guys... lol .... I find that shorter guys make up for any lack of height by simply focusing on other traits. Traits that truly matter.
threebyfate Posted November 27, 2009 Posted November 27, 2009 Ruggy? Seriously? This subject has been beat to death on this forum. http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t209381 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t208201 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t207355 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t208268 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t207479 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t202108 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t197966 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t200801 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t200519 http://www.loveshack.org/forums/t200388 Bottom line? Yes, to a lot of women it really matters. But as to all things in life, you will find exceptions. I say don't sell yourself short (omg, bad pun, sorry) and just cast a wide net. You never know what you might find.If ruggy starts obsessing about the size of his hands, I'm going to lose it! 5'10" is far from being short.
aerogurl87 Posted November 28, 2009 Posted November 28, 2009 Do women have a problem with men who are the same height or a bit shorter? A couple of ladies I have an interest in I was thinking of contacting. I am only 5' 10'' and they are the same height. Chances are they will be wearing heels, so they could be be 6' 0'' and I would be 5' 10''. Do women have issues with this? You are ONLY 5'10?!?!?! That is not short first of all, in fact for me that's the perfect height for a guy. But that might be because I'm almost 5'6 and I don't like men who tower over me too much. But anyway, it all depends on the girl. Some girls don't care, others do, and then you have the ones who will still give you a chance even if they do care because you have a good personality. That's what I did with my boyfriend because although we're the same height, he had a great personality so I decided to give him a chance.
eiithan Posted November 28, 2009 Posted November 28, 2009 In my view, men who are willing to date taller women are hot. It says highly of his confidence on himself. I have been attracted to men from 5'6'' to 6'1'' so height is no problem to me. Ideally speaking 5'10'' is a perfect height...with heels I could be on the same eye level with the guy! Plus, my favourite athlete is 5'10'' and I think he shouldn't even be an inch taller...he is just perfect being 5'10''
angie2443 Posted November 28, 2009 Posted November 28, 2009 Dude When I talk to girls they pretty much always say the same thing. I make them feel safe. And they dont want to feel bigger than the guy they are sleeping with. As in a short thin guy makes them feel big, a tall muscular guy makes them feel more petite, which they prefer I'm average size for a woman and I wouldn't go out with someone as huge as you. It just looks too out of proportion to me. Give me the 5'10'' guy any day. Maybe that was a little harsh, but it seems that a lot of these overly tall/ and or white guys think they're God's gift to the world and they aren't. Maybe it's all these threads started by insecure shorter men that are making the bigger guys come out and gloat. Anyways, it's annoying.
jerseyboy Posted November 28, 2009 Posted November 28, 2009 I'm average size for a woman and I wouldn't go out with someone as huge as you. It just looks too out of proportion to me. Give me the 5'10'' guy any day. Maybe that was a little harsh, but it seems that a lot of these overly tall/ and or white guys think they're God's gift to the world and they aren't. Maybe it's all these threads started by insecure shorter men that are making the bigger guys come out and gloat. Anyways, it's annoying. You'd go out with me
kizik Posted November 28, 2009 Posted November 28, 2009 I'm not a tall guy, but I worry about it less and less to the point where 364 days out of the year it doesn't bother me. The only day is does bother me is National Tall Guys Are Hot day, and then I feel discriminated against. For a guy like me, who is only 5'7" to 5'8", the key is to go for short girls. Petite is hot anyway - who doesn't love a good spinner? - and the short girls are generally just as happy with a guy who is six inches taller than themselves, as they would be with a guy who was a foot taller.
Ody Posted November 28, 2009 Posted November 28, 2009 (edited) bleh never mind what a silly thread Edited November 28, 2009 by Ody
Thornton Posted November 28, 2009 Posted November 28, 2009 Yes they absolutely do. However at 5'10 you probably won't get rejected that often, as long as you are 4-5 inches taller. You're only completely and hopelessly screwed if you are 5'7 and under. I'd tend to agree with this statement: at 5"10' you could probably date most girls your height or shorter. You might be able to date taller women, but in general a woman wants a taller man, so you'd probably have more success with women a couple of inches shorter. Personally as a guy 5'7, I have met a lot of tall, medium, short girls. Not just that, but I don't feel "less manly" next to a girl whose 3 or 4 inches taller than me, because while she is tall I am still the man and still stronger (as a rule). You may not feel less manly, but she probably feels less feminine if she's taller than you. So you wouldn't have a problem dating her, but she would more than likely have a problem dating you. I'm 5"7' and I prefer guys over 6" if possible. I'd date a guy who was 5"10', but I wouldn't like being taller than him when I wear high heels, although I could live with it if he was an otherwise great person. I'd prefer a guy over 6" simply because he'd always be taller, even when I'm wearing heels, and also because there's something sexy about seeing your man towering over other men, or over you for that matter
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