Why is a man's attractiveness defined by his height???

I think a lot of women want a man who can "protect" them and stand over them. Its the same reason why men can be intimidated by women who are taller.

I really think it has to do with the whole, unpopular, need women have to feel protected. Height makes us feel that way often. However, there are lots of men who are not 6ft and handsome. Take Michael J Fox for example.

You need to start hanging out with a better class of woman!

This.

I'm 5'5, and my lady is 5'3. We're a perfect fit.

I think some of it is also just like, the way we were told it's supposed to be. Like, the guy is supposed to be older, stronger, the protector, the bread-winner... aaaaand, taller.

they're just those old stereotypes. They go both ways... about both men and women, i mean. (women are supposed to be caring, thinner, pretty, domestic, etc.)

I try not to buy into the stereotypes, whether about men or women.

I do think some of these stereotypes are starting to break down, which is good

I'm more attracted to tall guys, BUT my husband is only 5'9" and I am 100% attracted to him. It definitely wasn't a deal breaker.

Every person, male or female are attracted to certain physical attributes, some men like big boobs, some like small boobs, some like a little junk in the trunk, others like super skinny, some women like tall men, some women like chubby men, some like super skinny men. I don't think you can put EVERYONE in a box. I like tall guys, but if a guy whose shorter really made me laugh, and I had fun with them, I wouldn't not date him because of his height.

do you know what IS attractive.. being confident and able to work with the lot you've been dealt.. do you know what IS NOT attractive... asking insecure questions....

You mean like, "does this make my butt look big?"

LOL

This is actually somewhat dependent on culture. A friend of mine kept telling me to go to Eastern Europe or Latin America and I'd get a girlfriend right away... Here, in North America, some of my female friends have been very clear that they would never go out with anyone that wasn't at least several inches taller. They didn't care if they were overweight or not. They just have to be taller.

Anectodally, in my limited experience with other cultures, I have found that there are definitely some cultures where the height thing is much less important.

Unfortunately for me, short guys are an absolute deal breaker. I am only attracted to men probably around 5"10-6"3. I'm 5"5, so I'm not too short either. I just love having a guy tower over me. I guess I feel protected or something lol.

Does it matter if the guy is taller than you or it's a deal breaker if he's not a certain designated height?

I asked this exact question on my wall today! I'm 6' barefoot. and i LOVE to rock a pair of heels. To me, it doesn't matter how short/tall a guy is. The hubs is 6' as well, so with the heels on, i'm easily 3-4" taller. I've dated guys as short as 5'4" before though. It's all about being secure. I'm secure with myself, and if he's secure with himself, the height doesn't matter. I realize not all women feel this way, but it's how i am! IDGAF!!!

Whoever said that is not rowing with both oars. Consider the source. Do any of these names ring a bell:

Matt Damon
Patrick Swayze
Tom Cruise
Mark Wahlberg
Michael J. Fox
Dustin Hoffman
Al Pacino
Tons more just google it;)

I'm a 5'9 male who I think is fairly attractive but was told that I would be much more attractive if I was only 6 ft tall. Ladies, why is a man's attractiveness defined by his height? Why is height soooo important to women

I actually feel much safer with my current husband - I feel that I'm taken care of for some reason- he can comfort me more- not sure its all about the height - but I do love my tall husband

Mine is a tad shorter than me but he wears a uniform and carries a gun...I feel safe as long as I'm not the naughty one...:blushing:

I actually feel really awkward with 6' plus guys. Maybe it's because I'm only 5'3", but my ideal height for a guy is between 5'7" and 5'10". I do feel like there's something that instinctively makes me more comfortable with guys who are taller than me, but I don't know what it is and I definitely wouldn't turn away a shorter guy.

I like shorter guys. I hate having to struggle for a kiss cause Im only 5'2

Height isn't a big deal to me at all. My boyfriend is probably just under 6', but one of the most attractive men I know is about 5'4 or so.