16 Things Only Really Tall Women Understand

The land of the Amazon. A world where no one asks you to reach for something off a tall shelf, where no man gives you a side-eye for wearing heels and being taller than him, and where your height is the last thing anyone talks about. But this isn’t the land of the Amazon, and you are undoubtedly dealing with some shorties on a day-to-day business. We get it. And we’ve got 16 of the truest thing that only your tallest sisters (we're talking actual tall—5'10'' and up) will really understand.

Taking Pictures Is Not Easy

Chances are your feet or the top of your head are cut out of the picture in favor of the shorties.

“You Make Me Feel Little” Is Not a Compliment

But every short person everywhere will say it to you, especially after a hug.

Shorties Love to Tell You Specifically How Tough They AreYou know there's more to people than their size. Can't they see that too?

"Too Tall" Is Offensive

Ever heard "You're tall, but not too tall"? Well forget that. Whose standards are we going by anyway?

You Give Amazing Hugs

Big hugs are the best of all hugs.

You Aren't a Model Just Because You're Tall

But everyone will tell you that at least once.

You Know How to Roll Up Your Sleeves

Because nothing ever fits you right. The sleeves will be too short, the hem lines will be too short, and the back will be too tight. It's a fact.

You Can't Borrow Clothes from Your Friends, But Somehow They Can Wear Yours

And they have the cutest stuff! But none of it will fit you, unless you have a thing for low-crotch leggings.

There's a Fine Line Between Shirt and Dress

And it's not usually very clear.

You Will Grab Everything for Everyone

Even though sometimes it's too high for anyone, you're still gonna get tapped to help out.

The Dating Pool Is Small

Like literally. Short guys need love too.

Heels Pose Some Difficulty

Not that you are gonna skip wearing them, but it's a to-do. Get ready for the comments.

Men Can Be Weirdly Competitive About Height

Who cares? Lying is not the way to start out the relationship.

The Backseat of a Car Is a Nightmare

Your legs just don't fit back there, no matter how much the driver and passenger scooch up.

Coffee Does Nothing to Height

Such a myth!

You're Gorgeous, Strong, and Nothing Can Stop You

Tall women have a natural poise and power that's effortless and beautiful. They may be a little clumsy from time to time, but they can't be stopped.