If you're using modded Minecraft, there are a few mods that add alternate player models. Currently, I think the preferred mod is "More Player Models"[1], which

If you're using modded Minecraft, there are a few mods that add alternate player models. Currently, I think the preferred mod is "More Player Models"[1], which supports a variety of model parts including various fantasy creatures in addition to female version of the usual "Steve" model. It can use the regular player skins on some models, and includes an in-game editor. Also, Notch has written[2] about the gender situation in Minecraft. He was attempting to make everything "genderless" (or "both"), which he now suggests might not have been the best decision. [1] http://www.minecraftforum.net/forums/mapping-and-modding/minecraft-mods/1291730-more-player-models-2-adds-a-character-creation http://www.minecraftforum.net/forums/mapping-and-modding/min... [2] http://notch.tumblr.com/post/28188312756/gender-in-minecraft http://notch.tumblr.com/post/28188312756/gender-in-minecraft