carealothugs Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 I have been on a few dates with guys last year and still never got my prince due to most of them saying it's my height (i'm 5ft)it's starting to put me off I even went on a date with 5ft6 guy an he said the same:mad: why are men so put off by height surely it's the person that matters I hate shallow people and its putting me off trusting anyone I have been on dating sites cause i'm not keen on clubs/pubs cause my height in meeting men that drag me down! If I hear your a good person and lets be mates one more time I don't know what i'd do anyone else had a problem with height in dating?
xpaperxcutx Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 The average height of women are 5'3- 5'4, the average for men are 5'8- 5'10. 5'0 is considered short considering today's world standards. It could also just be genetics. Unfortunately you can't change your height, so it would necessarily mean you might need to date someone 5'8 or shorter.
kalikula Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 I really don't think it's that big of a deal, some guys like petite girls.. Most of the guys I've hung out with have been about 6'1 ish, and I'm 5'0 too. Maybe you should wear heels/wedges more often!
Cracker Jack Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 Really? I don't see why any guy would have an issue with a short woman, unless the guy was super tall, I suppose. I'm a guy, and I've had issues dating because of my height (kinda short), but I know it's not the end of the world. In the dating world, there are just some people who can't look past height, no matter what. You'll find someone who'll accept you for who you are.
Leigh 87 Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 Height is not a problem to most guys. It is your overl all hotness that matters. Short women can have slim and great looking bodies, and attractive features. I have never heard of a guy that overlooked an attractive women because she was short. In fact, many guys prefer petite women, with smaller body types and bones, because the guy is bigger in comparison.
rafeal Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 Im not put off by height. Physical attributes are fleeting, I would rather be with someone who is kind. Consider the type of person you are attracted too...
Author carealothugs Posted January 15, 2011 Author Posted January 15, 2011 I've wore platforms on dates that still doesn't matter to them there put off still my next date is next weekend this one is 5ft5 maybe he'll be the same who knows don't see why height is a problem when the main thing is you get on.
Knittress Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 Hm. That's funny. I was always under the impression that guys preferred shorter women.
counterman Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 I have a few friends around your height and they are currently dating shorter guys (around 5'6" or less). Many other people, guys and girls, ask the same question as you. For some, height is just a deal-breaker no matter how well they get along with someone. In some cases, it's sad since two people get along so well but height becomes a huge issue. Just keep dating and keep trying. Whenever you feel jaded, maybe take a step back from it all and start again when you're feeling better about it. Of course your height is not a flaw; you could offer as much being who you are than any other taller person.
Buzzkillington Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 It's certainly true that some men really like petite women when it comes to dating. Apparently taller men often like smaller women, though I've only heard that so it might not be true (Something to do with protection, and then in turn the man feels good about this too). I'm average height and in terms of purely physical attraction I love petite women - my last girlfriend was less than 5 foot and was an amazing woman and absolutely gorgeous! It doesn't matter anyway but it will generally help if a smaller woman is well proportioned with nice features, if we're talking in purely physical terms. But obviously these things aren't what matter, especially in the long run.
Billy_Boy Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 I have a hard time believing that men would complain about this, usually its women who have some unrealistic expectation about height just because they want to be able to wear their ****-me pumps at a whim. My ex of 7 years was 5'1 im 5'10
anne1707 Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 I am 5ft and in my time have dated men from 5'6" to 6'4". My H is 6'1". My height has never been a problem.
january2011 Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 Height is not a problem to most guys. It is your overl all hotness that matters. Seconded. I once heard a male friend complain about short women and a few months' later, he started a relationship with a very short woman (less than 5ft). Some people's 'dealbreakers' are actually irrelevant when they meet and are attracted to someone with that attribute. If a guy tells you that he is not attracted to short women/doesn't want a short girlfriend, I suggest smiling inside.
tigressA Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 There are some guys out there who aren't attracted to women of your height because it could denote extreme youth, particularly if they look younger than their age overall. Have you received comments like that about your appearance, OP?
AD1980 Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 for men it is ,height in a partner is way more important to women then men, most men like pettite women In fact its usually really pettite girls who demand tall men
pookster72 Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 (edited) i'm 5 feet even as well and have never had a problem attracting men, even tall ones. my bf now is 6'3. it seems really odd to me that guys would say that about you. my biggest issue is that i also look very young, so i have a hard time getting people to take me seriously in professional situations. Edited January 15, 2011 by pookster72
waynesworld Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 I prefer tall women, but I would never flat-out disqualify someone based on their height alone. In my experience, it's usually women who are more concerned about height (i.e., the man has to be as tall or taller when she has her heels on).
Author carealothugs Posted January 15, 2011 Author Posted January 15, 2011 I've always had babyface looks and i'm 28 turning 29 in few months there also put off by that I didn't think my last date would bother about me 5ft since he was small himself like 5ft6 and I was up to his shoulders in boots i've got a date next weekend with a 5ft5 guy thats what i'm aiming for from now on i've been with a 5ft7 guy for 4 years and that went fine till we broke up I normaly stop at 5ft7 anyway just annoys me guys under 5ft7 seeing my height a problem. I keep getting told i'm a nice person i'll find "someone" Then later they tell me the truth i'm too small for them.
anne1707 Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 In fact its usually really pettite girls who demand tall men At 5ft, I am so used to the vast majority of people being taller than me that I don't really think someone is tall unless they are over 6'3" (I also don't think of men as short unless they are under 5'5"). Seeing as the vast majority of men I dated - and my H! - are under that 6'3" then no, I do not demand tall men
bac Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 (edited) I have been on a few dates with guys last year and still never got my prince due to most of them saying it's my height (i'm 5ft)it's starting to put me off I even went on a date with 5ft6 guy an he said the same:mad: why are men so put off by height surely it's the person that matters I hate shallow people and its putting me off trusting anyone I have been on dating sites cause i'm not keen on clubs/pubs cause my height in meeting men that drag me down! If I hear your a good person and lets be mates one more time I don't know what i'd do anyone else had a problem with height in dating? You are a woman, therefore, put shoes with high hills on. I am 5'2 and I have a huge problem to be taller than men who are 5'7-5'9 if I put any hills on. It is the most unpleasant thing in dating them that I can not wear shoes with high hills. The second unpleasant thing is when the guys start complaining about difficulties of being short. Edited January 15, 2011 by bac
FreeheartLover Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 I'm 5'0" and I love tall men, and I have never, never had a complaint about my height. I've gone out with a guy as tall as 6'4". Sure, that might have looked a little silly, us together, but my boyfriend now is about 6'2 or 3". I don't mind at all! I am attracted to taller guys. After a while, I don't even notice the height difference when I'm with him. I just think it's weird a guy would cite your height as a "problem" being with you. Maybe they're just using it as an easy out.
Mad Max Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 Short men have it harder than short women. I'm 6'2" and I prefer short women, preferrably no more than 5'4".
tigressA Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 I've always had babyface looks and i'm 28 turning 29 in few months there also put off by that I didn't think my last date would bother about me 5ft since he was small himself like 5ft6 and I was up to his shoulders in boots i've got a date next weekend with a 5ft5 guy thats what i'm aiming for from now on i've been with a 5ft7 guy for 4 years and that went fine till we broke up I normaly stop at 5ft7 anyway just annoys me guys under 5ft7 seeing my height a problem. I keep getting told i'm a nice person i'll find "someone" Then later they tell me the truth i'm too small for them. This could be it. Your looks plus your height likely make you look really young and that turns off some guys in your age group. Do you dress for your age? Wear makeup? Maybe you should look at how you present yourself physically and make some changes.
AD1980 Posted January 15, 2011 Posted January 15, 2011 The second unpleasant thing is when the guys start complaining about difficulties of being short. maybe we wouldnt complain if u didnt complain about trivial things like being the same height as a guy in 6 inch heels A womens acessory is more important to her then giving non tall guys a chance how vain
Author carealothugs Posted January 15, 2011 Author Posted January 15, 2011 Just because i'm female doesnt mean I "HAVE" to wear high heels it's not looks or height that's important I think it's the person that matters I don't wear alot of make up either take me as I am or don't bother at all just have to face the fact theres alot of cruel,shallow people in the world that want a gorgous female on there arms and looks fade.
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