A new study published in Frontiers in Psychology explores how height influences romantic preferences across cultures. Surveying participants from various countries, the researchers found that height is not just a superficial preference—it significantly affects how individuals select and evaluate partners in both short- and long-term relationships.
The study reveals a consistent pattern: men tend to prefer shorter women. This trend appears across diverse cultural backgrounds, suggesting it may stem from social or evolutionary influences rather than personal taste alone. Traits often associated with shorter women—such as youthfulness and approachability—may subconsciously shape male preferences.
