Why do women like tall men?

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I’m fine with any height

MissMurphy · Accepted Answer

I always figured I wouldn't want a guy to tower over me, I don't like feeling small/weak. I did end up going out with a guy who was more than a foot taller than me at one point, and it turned out to be fine. He was a big goofball, and I maybe enjoyed showing him off sometimes. So any height is fine, it just depends on the guy and how he makes me feel.

My best friend, on the other hand, very much prefers tall men. Which is unfortunate, because she's on the tall side herself, so it's more prohibitive for her than it would be for me. Again, it's less about raw attraction and more about how he makes her feel about herself. She likes feeling feminine and protected under some tall guy's arm.

So yeah, I think the tall guy thing may have more to do with how a particular woman views herself than how she views men. My friend aspires to more traditionally feminine virtues and roles, a tall guy fits that image of herself. I don't aspire to traditionally feminine virtues, so hanging off a tall guy was never something I pictured for myself.

When my preconceived expectations came up against real life, I ended up being perfectly fine dating a guy much taller than me. I'd hope that it would be the same for my friend, if she met a guy who was good for her even though he was short. I imagine people weigh these things differently, but real life has a way of interfering.

atishsar · Accepted Answer

When I was at your age, I did not have any height preference actually, but after a while meeting different guys at college and making guy friends I can say with no doubt I like guys at least about 15cm taller than me and I'm 157cm. also I feel weird around guys higher than 185 unless I really enjoy their company

selfishstars · Accepted Answer

I think some women like to feel small compared to their partner. A lot of it has to do with traditional gender roles.

That said, the idea that women only like tall men and find shorter men unattractive is far overblown. Plenty of women don't care that much about height, myself included.

PolyAmor · Accepted Answer

Back in the Stone Age it's been the Way it goes, that the Men had to hunt for Meat, while the Women and Kids rather were collecting Fruits and Nuts or stayed at the Camp or within the Cave. As tall Men might be able to run faster, climb higher, throw a Spear or a Stone farther away than small Men, Women or Children, and also probably were a little stronger than the others, tall Men would probably have been better Hunters - and a good Hunter is able to provide Food for more Relatives than a poor Hunter, of Course - so, the Partner of a tall Man was more likely able to not only survive easier, herself, but also their Children.

LiamKH · Accepted Answer

I'm not a woman, but I know I personally would like a taller guy because... well, there's just something appealing about height that makes me feel safe.

Like, I'd love to hug someone that can wrap me up in their arms and kiss me on my head. Someone who can casually put their arm over my shoulders and pull me close. Someone who'll make me look upwards and into his eyes whenever he wants to kiss me.

Then again, I'm somewhere over 6 ft. (about 182 cm), so my chances of getting a tall guy aren't too good :(

truthbeknown · Answer

It's a primeval instinct for women to pair up with male partners that are good protectors and providers. Taller men are usually naturally seen as better warriors, stronger and better providers and therefore a better pick as a life partner on an instinctive primeval level.

BlueBloodBoi · Answer

I mean, most guys your/our age are either the same height as you or taller. When you're older and looking for someone you can physically depend on for protection you'll see why a taller guy is more ideal

GuyAdviceFromGuy · Answer

The same reason why corporations hire CEO's that are tall, it goes back to the primitive mindset that taller equals leader, and women are attracted to men with higher social statuses, so women equate tallness with social status and good genes as well

txdiie_ · Answer

because short dudes don't remind me of someone who would protect me and they make me think of a little brother or little cousin. someone I have to protect. That's why I'm so into tall dudes

EncoreTime · Answer

It's always kinda the stereotype that having a smaller girl and a taller guy to be the perfect relationship, it's cute and desirable.

stoofie · Answer

im ok with short guys, but if i were to date somebody i would go for a tall guy or a guy with the same height as me. i can go for a short dude too, as long as he ain't ugly af, wimpy or fat and most importantly must have a good personality that isn't lazy

D_Neo · Answer

Sometimes women just feel the need to be well protected, and yes as someone mentioned before, it is a biological instinct, meaning that the height may also represent masculinity! I hope I have helped you in some way aha! :)

JDavid25 · Answer

It's combination of social conditionin, and a biological tendency of realization that guys are generally taller than women..

Karnak09 · Answer

It looks like a protector you know. Plus during a cuddle, she has her head against our chest and it's kinda cute

outsidecurve · Answer

Women like being safe an secure with their man. Being tall could be interpreted as a strong protector.

Katherine1105 · Answer

Because it makes them feel more protective, and so they can wear really high heels, and still be a bit shorter than the guy.

AD240pCharlie · Answer

It's a biological instinct for women to seek men who are good providers and protectors. Being bigger is an advantage if it comes to a physical confrontation.

OatsnWhey · Answer

It's interconnected with biology. Women will always seek out the strongest men and being tall/built goes hand in hand with that image.

jennifer_bloom · Answer

I associate height with intelligence, integrity, graciousness and class. Maybe because this is how older people treated me when I was a child.

lauren27 · Answer

Im 5'11 and it is probably not a problem for short girls. But like guys have told me that they dont like my hight etc. It makes me soo insecure.

Fitness-Fanatic · Answer

I don't really have a height preference... except I wouldn't want him to be smaller than me. I'm only 5'2 . So any height above 5'2 is okay

TMarissaWL · Answer

A tall guy makes us feel cute and petite which makes us happy Maybe that's why type A women in relationships with weak men are unhappy =O

Espolare2000 · Answer

I guess we see short guys as little boys when we are looking for men

TheShyPrep · Answer

Well, I would assume since men like short women, women would like tall men, I don't know why but it still makes sense

JulieXO · Answer

It makes him look stronger and more masculine. I like feeling small next to a guy.

Tomsta · Answer

Spitballing here but might have something to do with the whole "Prince Charming" thing or might be that they feel more 'safe' with a man who is taller than them

Dre_808 · Answer

I think women are attracted to men that are bigger or stronger than them. Maybe the thought of having someone that can protect them, like a sense of security.

Anonymous · Answer

They're shallow and give dumb reasons to try and justify it. "I like tall men because they make me feel safe and protected". Like we live in the jungle and they need to be protected from tigers or something.

Anonymous · Answer

My opinon, i prefer tall men because i feel more protected and height can be quite useful when it we're stuck on the ground.
im only 5 ft or 5'1' around there very short (&skinny lol) and if i need to grab something in the high cabinets is handy. and if he ever needs help to get into tight small places i can help. there!

dhxjdnwkskbe · Answer

My height or taller but the lowest I would go would be 2 inches shorter

00Cak47 · Answer

On behalf of all short men, we appreciate you being content with any height :)

TacosRAwesome · Answer

Personally I want to feel cute and feminine around my partner.

Anonymous · Answer

because taller people have higher incomes (a fact, see studies), girls feel protected with a big guy, there is a moderate correlation between genital endowment and height

BoyCrazyLOL14 · Answer

I luv tall men, its just a new thing for me i guess lol

Anonymous · Answer

generally women like how it feels like they're protected more by taller men. they also like to supposedly get on their tippy toes to kiss him. it's been romanticized by the movies

Anonymous · Answer

The perception of being petite when with them? Why do female wolves like the largest more aggressive male (usually the dominant) in the pack?  Strong offspring and protection.

Barbie19 · Answer

When they hug they hug me I feel safe and I love the kisses on the fore head and I love stealing there sweat shirts bc they are big and comfy

anmari2001 · Answer

Big height, big feet... therefor Big...

sid140986 · Answer

as per me.. girls feel more comfortable with tall men.. they feel safe with tall men

roy_silvester · Answer

Short girl with tall men is always a great pair because we tall men can handle very much 😂

wisse · Answer

Would you date a guy shorter than you though?

Anonymous · Answer

the science says that its because it gives a bigger probability to make your "descendents" more taller than you

Rissyanne · Answer

I love tall men. My boyfriend is over 6 foot

jennyem · Answer

It's an attractive attribute to some men

SketchForger · Answer

I'm 5'7, so I'm tall to really short girls

findingdreamland-1 · Answer

Makes you feel safe.

VoluptuousBrunette · Answer

I like taller men...

disgustingweebtrash · Answer

They're insecure

LilPump2178 · Answer

I prefer taller guys

Nandor · Answer

Cuz u a fukin midget

MAC42 · Answer

It's a daddy issue

Anonymous · Answer

Women are retarted

eagle1951 · Answer

me too, any height,

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