Tips to Look Taller for the Vertically Challenged

Ever heard of the Napoleon complex?  Even if you have not, it may apply to you if you are a less-than-tall man.  Not being tall is right up there with being bald for most men when it comes to being insecure with the ladies especially when trying to pick up women online like on Shaddi.com
  
Relax, there are many practical ways to look taller and boost your self confidence.  While men can not change their height, they can employ strategies to appear taller. 
  
Clothes make the man

Wearing darker colors creates a taller appearance

Avoid sharp contrasts in your shirts and pants  
   
Do not wear horizontal or checkered prints  
  
Do wear vertical or striped prints  
   
Use shoulder pads under suit coats  
  
Thicker soled shoes can increase your height by an inch or two  
  
Make sure your clothes are not baggy, especially at the waist  
 
Match your pants, belt and shoes to give a taller look  
 
Pant legs should not have cuffs  

Mind your posture  

Stand up straight  

Throw your shoulders out with your chest up  

Never slouch when you sit