# Sci-Fi Barbie Dolls Mattel & Disney Created a Range of Fashionable Star Wars Barbie Dolls By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-08-17 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-barbie References: [designtaxi](https://designtaxi.com/news/405873/Mattel-Launches-Star-Wars-Barbies-Dressed-As-Darth-Vader-R2-D2-Leia/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/B1HJwshhnQ2/) Collectors of [Barbie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funko-pop-movies-barbie) dolls and Star Wars paraphernalia will be eager to purchase the new Star Wars Barbie dolls from [Mattel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playdoh-barbie) and [Disney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sands-of-tatooine-collection). The collection of high-fashion sci-fi dolls were inspired by the concept art for Princess Leia, Darth Vader, and R2-D2 in Star Wars: A New Hope and offer creative takes on these popular characters. It's safe to say that nearly all of the available R2-D2 toys on the market represent the droid in its robot-like form but Barbie's take on the character introduces a stylish, anthropomorphized female character with long blue hair and colorfully asymmetrical eye makeup. Each of the collectible Star Wars Barbie dolls retails for $100 and comes in a unique package. Mattel has shared that these dolls are just the first in a series of Star Wars-inspired dolls for collectors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Fashionable-sci-fi Dolls:** Creating more fashionable and stylish renditions of popular sci-fi characters can attract a new market segment for collectors and toy collectors alike. - **Anthropomorphic-character Design:** Introducing a different take on character designs by creating anthropomorphic versions offer unique and disruptive innovation opportunities. - **Series of Collectible Themed Dolls:** Creating a collection of dolls with a consistent theme opens up a new market for collectors who want to complete a collection. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Industry:** Innovation in design and production of collectible dolls and toys can expand the existing market in the toy industry. - **Fashion Industry:** Collaborations with franchises in creating fashionable renditions of beloved characters can result in a new niche market for the fashion industry. - **Entertainment Industry:** Creating collectible items related to entertainment franchises such as Star Wars can expand fan base engagement and increase sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi Franchise-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2.md) - [Toy-Themed Film Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funko-pop-movies-barbie.md) - [Modeling Dough Fashion Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playdoh-barbie.md) - [Motion-Activated Sci-Fi Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hasbro-2.md) - [Inspiring Role Model Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-role-models.md) - [Dark Sci-Fi Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darc-sport.md) - [Glamorous Rockstar-Inspired Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-bowie-doll.md) - [Whimsical Doll Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-for-good.md) - [Chrome-Colored Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-1.md)