Why is this the case?

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Why would a guy not have as much of an issue dating a woman taller than himself compared to a tall woman having an issue dating a shorter man?

Is it because women are judged more for there social status? Is a short man and tall woman perhaps the most frowned upon couple stereotype in society?

I am 3 inches under average at 5ft7 for a young person in England and i wouldn't really have that much of a problem dating a taller woman I think?

I'm not sure it's "society" that looks down upon it, it's coming from the women.

Being tall is like a physical signal of masculinity and strength and health. Women (on a purely biological level) are looking for a strong man to protect her and her future offspring. It's the same reason men prefer women who are young looking and have attractive features - it shows fertility and health.

Now before you say why can't shorter men be masculine - I know that - and they are. But some people really have a difficult time thinking outside of what has been driven into their mindset all their lives and what they are attracted to. It's not right or wrong - it just is.

I'm a short man (5 foot 4.75 inches; 164 cms). And I've dated taller women.

There are some women who care about height; most, however, don't.

There are a few men who care about height; most, however, don't.

When you make love with somebody lying down, you're basically the same height. The difference is only in the legs.

I agree, I'm about 5'6" and have dated taller and shorter and same height. Tall is not a requirement for me.

I personally see plenty of couple where they are either the same height or the woman is taller. Personally, I married one of the tallest people I dated (5'5") and what I would much rather her be slightly taller than have our height difference.

I also hated being tall growing up as I was constantly bullied for it. The two most popular kids in school were also the two shortest boys, one by a significant margin. Both have much taller wives today.