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Joined 2011-06-09 Posts: 1,993 |
August 08, 2012 16:25
barely 5'2". I like it. :)
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Joined 2011-08-18 Posts: 1,118 |
August 08, 2012 16:31
QUOTE: 5'10. Pro: I'm 5 freaking 10. No one is going to try and come up and attack me in a dark alley, especially if I have my 5 inch platforms on. Also, most men I meet seem to dig tall chicks. Con: Being taller than most of the boys at my high school really sucked. Alot. Also, the amazon jokes get old, really quick. Shopping for jeans that aren't highwaters is a bit harder, but not impossible (I'm all legs.) that sums it up for me. I am also 5'10" I don't get amazon jokes. My hubby is taller than me so it is all good.
Edited by UrbanAthlete81 On August 08, 2012 16:31
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Joined 2012-06-25 Posts: 376 |
August 08, 2012 16:31
6'0"
Pros - When I list my height it doesn't start with a 5. Cons - Height combined with shaved head, goatee, and stocky build... some people look at me like they're afraid of me. :-/ |
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Joined 2012-05-26 Posts: 356 |
August 08, 2012 16:32
I'm 5'2", and in general, I like my height:
Pros: Most males are taller than me (everyone I've been attracted to has been, at least); I can wear high heels without feeling *really* tall; I have more room to play on the pole (LOL!) and I fit easily into most overhead storage compartments!! LOL!! Cons: Hard to reach things up high... but appealing to my tall hubby (or another tall male, most are chivalrous enough to help a girl out!) generally fixes this problem; almost always have to get formal dresses hemmed, a lot... but I guess that's not too big a deal! |
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Joined 2011-12-06 Posts: 420 |
August 08, 2012 16:33
5'11"
Pros: ~Can reach pretty much anything on a shelf ~can see over the crowds ~long legs (ooh la la!) ~as tall as my hubby Cons: ~getting asked "did you play basketball or volleyball?" like those are my only options ~finding pants with a 36" inseam = impossible! ~wearing heels makes me an Amazon woman
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Joined 2010-11-08 Posts: 361 |
August 08, 2012 16:42
I am 6 feet tall.
Pros: I like having really long legs and never have to worry about certain styles making me look short. I can command a room when I need to. I can carry a lot of extra weight without looking "fat." Cons: I can't wear short dresses without showing a little too much of my business. I don't feel very dainty or feminine, especially next to my shorter friends. |
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Joined 2012-06-25 Posts: 2,763 |
August 08, 2012 16:43
QUOTE: I'm 5'2" Pro: I can be a ninja and slip around and surprise people or make them think I disappeared. (This happens all the time, I don't do it on purpose. That's how I got nicknamed ninja.) Con: In order to reach the lat pull down I have to stand on the bench and then float down to the seat. I just want to add one other con, but it's pretty obvious. It's the clothing being too big, especially with vanity sizing it gets more challenging to find smaller sizes (although sometimes I can shop in the children's department, not that I want to). Of course the pants and sleeves are too long. But, also shirts are sooo long on me, and it seems like they are getting longer and longer. Petite stores are expensive.
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Joined 2011-07-25 Posts: 455 |
August 08, 2012 19:36
5' tall
Pros: I fit in, on, and under just about anything. I don't need to duck under things very often. Buying shoes is easy (size 6.5 - 7.5). I consider anyone 5'5" or higher tall. I have never looked my age. I blend in well with children.
I can move through a crowd like a little cockroach.
I'm almost average height when I wear 2.5" heels. Cons: Kissing my 6'4" husband is tough sometimes, but we manage.
I have to climb to reach things up high, which I consider anything above my head. If my husband wants to hide something from me, he puts it above my eye level because he knows I won't see it.
I can't reach the gas pedal in some cars, even with the seat almost all the way forward. The seat belt usually goes right across my neck. Most pants, skirts, and dresses are too long. My boobs match my smaller frame (and are losing weight right along with the rest of me).
People resting their arm on my head, like others have mentioned. My 6'2" son thinks it's hilarious. I have never looked my age. My husband feels self conscious when we dance together.
I can't see anything in a crowd except backs and butts. This can be a pro sometimes.
My foot is too short to wear 4" heels. I may as well put on ballet pointe shoes and walk around.
I'm only going to get shorter as I get older.
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Joined 2012-06-09 Posts: 245 |
August 08, 2012 19:44
I'm 5'6.
Pros: -my clothes always fit well and jeans shopping is a piece of cake. -if i gain a couple pounds they aren't noticeable. Cons: i cant really think of any. i like my height. |
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Joined 2012-07-11 Posts: 257 |
August 08, 2012 19:46
6' 3 1/2"
Pros: a swimmer's body, more or less Cons: because my arms are long I'm bad at the bench press |
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Joined 2011-12-02 Posts: 859 |
August 08, 2012 19:46
6'2 pros I can reach all the things short people can't so I feel useful
Cons sitting in small cars
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Joined 2011-05-13 Posts: 628 |
August 08, 2012 19:50
5' 10''
Pro: Tall enough to appeal to most women who don't like short men Short enough to not be lanky and maintain a muscular look Stronger than most tall men (medium frame guys usually are) Great agility Cons: Gotta work harder to stay within a certain weight range (extra weight shows up easier) Cant reach extra tall spaces Medium frame women on heels look taller lol |
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Joined 2011-01-30 Posts: 20 |
August 08, 2012 20:16
5ft 3&half.....yeah that half is important ;-p
Pros, men are nearly always taller than me :-D Cons, cant reach top shelf stuff
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Joined 2012-06-22 Posts: 684 |
August 08, 2012 20:27
5'1"
Pros: The water from the shower hits me right on the head. My feet never hang off the end of the bed. I can ride in the backseat of anyone's car. Airplane seats are tolerable. Cons: Groups make me ride shotgun. Can't reach the upper cabinets or top shelves at the store If the garage door opener goes out, I can quite grab the release string.
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Joined 2011-05-14 Posts: 5,061 |
August 08, 2012 20:31
Height: 5'8
Pros: - I have long legs - I can reach things on high shelfs - I think I carry my weight better than a shorter girl would Cons: - I don't really feel feminine around men - I am taller than a lot of men and that is a no-no for me in terms of dating - Hard to find pants that fit.
Edited by christine24t On August 08, 2012 20:32
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Joined 2012-08-05 Posts: 4 |
August 08, 2012 20:56
Just under 5' 1".
Pros: Fun sized, hiding is easier, I look younger than I really am, most guys are taller than I am. :) Cons: Short jokes, clothes are too big, "OMG! You're soooo cuuuute!", there is very little I can reach, easily forgotten if I'm not tall enough to reach your line of sight, when I turn 21: "You don't look old enough to drink.", "Why aren't you in school?", every pound shows, I'm short. :( |
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Joined 2012-08-07 Posts: 144 |
August 08, 2012 21:17
I'm 5'2"
Pros: - I'm pocket-sized. - People find me cute. Ha! - People think I look way younger than I really am (especially sans makeup) Cons: - Everytime I buy jeans or maxi dresses, I need to the tailor to have them shortened. - Every lb. I gain shows! - I look like a cocktail sausage in skinny jeans.
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Joined 2011-09-08 Posts: 3,422 |
August 08, 2012 22:58
As someone of an average height, I've never understood this overwhelming insecurity many especially tall and short people have.
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Joined 2011-01-17 Posts: 3,184 |
August 08, 2012 23:31
QUOTE: Someone can throw a potato sack on me and take me hostage. Too true
5'4" Pro- I can wear heels and *still* be shorter than most people. Falling isn't nearly as bad since I'm already closer to the ground. Con- Even standing on something there are things I still can't reach.
Edited by anels449 On August 08, 2012 23:32
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Joined 2012-04-28 Posts: 7 |
August 08, 2012 23:41
5'6"
Pro - It's a nice average height! Con - My bf is only 5'7" or so. I wouldn't mind being a bit shorter just so I can get the "I'm tiny" feeling!
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Joined 2011-10-01 Posts: 374 |
August 08, 2012 23:41
I'm 5'7"
Pros: All woman my height or shorter are compatible, and the taller woman are compatible in excess!! Cons: I have never really experienced any "disadvantage" to make me think of any yet. |
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Joined 2011-03-13 Posts: 2,694 |
August 08, 2012 23:48
4" 10 1/2"
Pros: I love my height. I'm different. I stand out. I'm cute. I fit in very small places. Cons: I can't reach anything and have to climb the shelves at grocery stores. Men try to lift me. I HATE that.
Edited by Cait_Sidhe On August 09, 2012 00:27
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Joined 2012-06-25 Posts: 17 |
August 09, 2012 00:00
5' 2''
pros- i can i lifted, and i can fit in many places cons- hard to reach things, and weight gained is very noticable |
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Joined 2011-01-09 Posts: 305 |
August 09, 2012 00:05
5'11 and change--
Pro's - I did play basketball and volleyball (still do) Con's - Finding a man who appreciates a tall woman :( , clothes that are long enough (not that the fact that my ass needs a bigger size than my waist dictates isn't an issue in itself, lol), bumping my head or accidentily putting my hand in the ceiling fan when stretching or doing jumping jacks. Riding in a small car, long legs makes it very uncomfortable and very funny looking.
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Joined 2011-01-09 Posts: 305 |
August 09, 2012 00:06
duplicate... my bad
Edited by bbb84 On August 09, 2012 00:06
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