# Heroic Female Action Figures The 'DC Super Hero Girls' were Collaboratively Created by DC & Target By Ady Floyd | Published 2016-02-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dc-super-hero-girls References: [corporate.target](https://corporate.target.com/article/2016/02/dc-super-hero-girls) & [corporate.target](https://corporate.target.com/article/2016/02/dc-super-hero-girls) In a collaborative effort between superstore [Target](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcfarlane-toys-1) and [DC Comics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funko-pop-heroes-dc-pride), these female-honoring actions figures called the 'DC Super Hero Girls' are set to be launched. The idea behind these action figures is to shed more light on the powerful female heroes from the DC universe. Some of the action figures include Supergirl, Wonder Woman, Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn. The DC Super Hero Girls are set to launch in stores in March, 2016. In addition to the action figures, Target plans to create and produce clothing that features recognizable DC "logos, stars and empowering words like 'strong' and 'brave' as well." This female empowerment line aims to encourage young girls and women alike to be confident, disregard stereotypes and promote overall gender equality. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Female Empowerment:** Creating action figures and clothing that promote female empowerment and challenge gender stereotypes. - **Collaborative Marketing:** Joining forces between brands to create unique products that appeal to specific target markets. - **Gender Equality:** Advocating for gender equality and challenging norms through merchandise and messaging. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity to create more action figures and toys that represent diverse and empowering female characters. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Potential to design and produce clothing lines that promote gender equality and empowerment for women and girls. - **Entertainment and Media:** Creating more content and media that highlight strong and powerful female heroes to inspire and entertain audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Prideful Superhero Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funko-pop-heroes-dc-pride.md) - [Superhero-Themed Retail Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcfarlane-toys-1.md) - [Comic Book Hero Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-book-heros.md) - [Superhero Chocolate Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinder-dc-and-funko.md) - [Friendship-Celebrating Doll Duos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/role-model-series.md) - [Selfie-Centric Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfie-series.md) - [Collaboration Superhero Comics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bazooka-bubble-gum-and-dc-comics.md) - [Inspiring Role Model Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-role-models.md) - [Reimagined Building-Block Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/she-built-that.md)