# Covered Comic Book Heroines Michael Lee Lunsford Layers the Superheroines of DC and Marvel By Ian Andrew Panganiban | Published 2013-04-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superheroines References: [geektyrant](http://geektyrant.com/news/2013/4/3/fully-clothed-female-superheroes-geek-art.html) & [ze-tarts.tumblr](http://ze-tarts.tumblr.com/post/45825059789) Most female superheroines are dressed somewhat provocatively in comic books, but these photos portray these vixens in a more conservative light. Michael Lee Lunsford created the fully dressed superheroines to exercise other design concepts for the female comic book characters of [DC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revolution-beauty-x-dc-supervillains-collection) and [Marvel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-louboutin-x-marvel). Lunsford states that he's not enforcing any moral code onto other designers, but simply exploring other avenues of design that haven't been examined in comic books. Supergirl in thigh-highs isn't a bad look for the native Kryptonian, and seeing Elektra decked-out in full assassin gear looks even better than the original concept art. Even Wonder Woman looks comfortable in her new attire: she is the princess of the Amazons, so outfitting her with militarized gear seems appropriate. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Conservative Superheroine Design:** Opportunity for designers to explore alternative, more conservative design concepts for female comic book characters. - **Reimagining Comic Book Attire:** Potential to revamp the costumes of superheroines to be less provocative and more practical. - **Diverse Representation in Comics:** Growing demand for diverse portrayals of female superheroes that challenge traditional stereotypes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Design:** Opportunity for fashion designers to create new, non-provocative costumes for superheroines. - **Entertainment and Media:** Chance for comic book artists and writers to introduce diverse and practical portrayals of female superheroes. - **Cosplay and Conventions:** Demand for cosplay artists to bring new, conservative interpretations of superheroines to conventions and events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comic Book Hero Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-book-heros.md) - [Comic-Inspired Soda Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-heroes.md) - [Dark Superhero Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-x-blvck-collection.md) - [Classic Superhero-Inspired Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-hungry-for-heroes.md) - [Film-Inspired Graphic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dark-knight-collection.md) - [Villain-Themed Shoe Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kith-for-asics.md) - [Comic-Themed Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-heroes-vs-villains.md) - [Reimagined Beloved Character Comics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvel-and-disney.md) - [Heroic Female Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-borinquena.md)