# Edgy Superhero Sweaters These Lacy Superhero Shirts from Fancy are Stylishly Sassy By | Published 2013-08-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superhero-shirts References: [fancy](http://www.fancy.com/things/391856795087277411/Superhero-Sweater) With stylish [superhero shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fantastic-four-first-steps), even the most average pedestrian can feel a little more super than his/her usual self. These fantastically cool superhero sweaters from Fancy are one of these products that add some otherworldly powers to otherwise land-locked people. The sweaters use Batman as their primary superhero inspiration. Their [long sleeves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-activewear), paired with their pitch-black hue make for a gothic look that is definitely reminiscent of Gotham City. On the sweaters' fronts, written in a bright yellow font, is the question: "Are you calling me a superhero?" The sweaters' backs show yellow outline of the [Batman symbol](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-x-air-up). Within the symbol is a lacy material, giving the sweater an edgy, rebellious vibe. The question posed on the sweaters' fronts makes for an extremely sassy outfit. While it is asked in a presumably sarcastic tone, most people would have to admit that they wouldn't mind being called a "superhero" once in a while. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 36% | 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Stylish Superhero Apparel:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating fashionable superhero-inspired clothing that appeals to everyday consumers. - **Gothic Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Infusing gothic elements into everyday clothing to create unique and edgy styles. - **Sarcastic Fashion Statements:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing clothing with sarcastic slogans or questions to create a bold and sassy fashion trend. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating unconventional themes and designs into the fashion industry to attract a wider audience. - **Apparel Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing advanced manufacturing techniques to produce intricate and detailed designs on clothing. - **E-commerce:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilizing online platforms to market and sell niche and unique fashion products to a global audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Superhero-inspired Stealthy Puffers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solander-batman.md) - [Empowering Superhero-Inspired Shapewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inner-armour.md) - [Dark Superhero Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-x-blvck-collection.md) - [Festive Sweater Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fandomspecific-sweater-vests.md) - [Villain-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-mxxxxxx.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Streetwear Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superman-collection.md) - [Cult Film-Inspired Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-tee.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Pet Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warner-bros-1.md) - [Batman-Themed Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-small-kitchen-appliance-design.md)