# 'Women of the Cloth' Dolls Episcopal Priest Barbie Tells Secretary Barbie Who's Who By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-04-09 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/episcopal-priest-barbie References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2010/04/08/rev-barbie/) & [hs.facebook](http://www.hs.facebook.com/group.php?v=wall&ref=search&gid=105139079524495) This little find just made me the happiest girl around. It seems that some genius out there has gone ahead and created Episcopal Priest Barbie, a true token of their devotion to Christ. Episcopal Priest Barbie is designed to be used in a church youth group to teach children about vestments (priestly garb). Granted, Episcopal Priest Barbie is a little silly, but it is fitting that the [female role model](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-3) is taking on such a role, especially during what could turn out to be a pivotal time for many [Christian](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loubifamily) denominations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Religious Role Model Dolls:** Disruptive innovation opportunities for toy companies to expand the diversity of religious role model dolls beyond traditional expectations and gender norms. - **Educational Dolls for Children:** Opportunities for educational toy companies to create dolls that teach children about different professions and careers. - **Non-traditional Barbie Dolls:** Opportunities for companies to create Barbie dolls that cater to niches and interests beyond traditional gender roles and expectations. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunities for toy manufacturing companies to expand their offerings and cater to niche markets by creating educational and non-traditional dolls. - **Religious Education:** Opportunities for religious education companies to incorporate modern teaching aids like dolls to make religious concepts more accessible to children. - **Diversity and Inclusion:** Opportunities for companies that promote diversity and inclusion to partner with toy manufacturers and demand more diverse and representative dolls. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Representation-Focused Toy Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laverne-cox-1.md) - [Indian Heritage-Inspired Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anita-dongre.md) - [Friendship-Celebrating Doll Duos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/role-model-series.md) - [Gen Alpha Barbie Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gen-z-barbie.md) - [Empowering Movie Industry Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/career-of-the-year-barbie.md) - [Career Aspiration Doll Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-besties.md) - [Doll-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-professions-collection.md) - [Athlete Commemorative Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venus-williams-barbie.md) - [Empathy-Building Play Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-barbie-school-of-friendship.md)