American Girl Doll News

Who will be the Doll of the Month January 2026 - Chrissa Maxwell, Gwen Thompson or Sonali Matthews?

In my chemistry class, we got to write about the science of something that we are interested in - and I chose to write about the science of American Girl dolls and the plastic that they are made of! " As some people may know, I am a collector of American Girl dolls. But what some people may not know about American Girl dolls is that their limbs and head aren’t just made of regular plastic. They are made of a material known as vinyl, known as polyvinyl chloride, or PVC. Polyvinyl chloride is is the third-most produced kind of plastic in the world, and is made of 57% chlorine and 43% ethylene. Chlorine is a halogen, which is the second lightest of them, in between fluorine and bromine. Chlorine is on the periodic table with the atomic number 17, and is a gas at room temperature. Ethylene, on the other hand, is not a pure element in of itself, but is four hydrogen atoms bound to a pair of carbon atoms. So, at the molecular level, the plastic of an American Girl doll, which is then molded to be doll arms, legs and heads, is made of mostly chlorine atoms, as well as many hydrogen atoms and half as many carbon atoms.  Polyvinyl chloride is mostly made for durable uses, such as the construction of doors, pipes and windows. However, it is used for the American Girl doll so that the doll can be a collector item that lasts a long time. When Pleasant Rowland founded the American Girl doll company in 1986, she wanted the dolls to be keepsake items that would last from generation to generation, as well as teach girls about historical times and show them that their voices in history, which was and still is male-dominated, are important. Therefore, when the material was picked, durability was a focus. The first American Girl dolls were created in West Germany before the fall of the Berlin Wall, by a company named Gotz, which specialized in dolls with vinyl heads and limbs and cloth bodies, so the design of their Romana doll was co-opted by American Girl. But over time, as American Girl became an iconic brand to many girls everywhere, the durability became a very important feature - a feature that wouldn’t be as longstanding if it wasn’t for the polyvinyl chloride used in the doll’s production. "

As of today, the Makena Williams doll has sold out, thus retiring the World By Us line after 4 and a half years of availability.

This morning, American Girl launched pre-orders on their new Huntrix American Girl dolls from Kpop Demon Hunters. This post is featuring Zoey, the rapper and maknae of Huntrix. "Energetic and big-hearted, Zoey exudes a playful charm that masks her inner fierceness. She is the rapper and lead lyricist of HUNTR/X. As a Korean American and the “maknae,” or baby, of the group, she sometimes worries about deserving a place on the superstar team. Celebrate her loyal little-sister energy with this American Girl® 18-inch doll, designed in partnership with Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters. " The Zoey doll has black hair, brown eyes, freckles and the Jess mold. She comes dressed in her signature outfit from the opening scene of the Kpop Demon Hunters movie, as well as armed with her Shin-Kal knives. Zoey retails for $165, and is on pre-order now for an estimated November 27 ship date - just in time for Christmas!

As this blog predicted when Mattel got the Kpop Demon Hunters toy license back in October, Kpop Demon Hunters American Girl dolls are now on pre-order for a November 27th ship date. The film's main trio, Rumi, Mira and Zoey, are each available as American Girl dolls, and they each come with their signature swords and outfits that look exactly like they do in the movie. The dolls cost $165. Rumi has the Nanea mold and a unique purple hair and amber eye color. Mira has the Corinne mold, the same unique eye color as Rumi, and a unique hot pink hair color. Zoey has the Jess mold, black hair, brown eyes, and freckles.

This morning, American Girl launched pre-orders on their new Huntrix American Girl dolls from Kpop Demon Hunters. This post is featuring Mira, the lead dancer and choreographer of Huntrix. "Sensitive and strong, Mira charts her own path instead of following her traditional family’s expectations. She is the heart and soul of HUNTR/X with a knack for knowing how her bandmates are feeling. As the lead dancer and choreographer, her dance moves are as sharp as her sarcastic comebacks. Celebrate her rebellious spirit with this American Girl® 18-inch doll, designed in partnership with Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters." The Mira doll has hot pink hair, unique amber eyes and the Corinne mold. She comes dressed in her signature outfit from the opening scene of the Kpop Demon Hunters movie, as well as armed with her Gok-Do sword. Mira retails for $165, and is on pre-order now for an estimated November 27 ship date - just in time for Christmas!

This morning, American Girl launched pre-orders on their new Huntrix American Girl dolls from Kpop Demon Hunters. This post is featuring Rumi, the leader of the Huntrix group and the main character of Kpop Demon Hunters. "Confident and charismatic, Rumi leads the girl group HUNTR/X with talent, optimism, and determination. Whether she’s slaying on stage or hunting demons, she helps the girls stay motivated, all while keeping them at arm’s length to hide her secret: She’s half demon herself! Celebrate this powerhouse popstar with this American Girl® 18-inch doll, designed in partnership with Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters." The Rumi doll has lavender hair, unique amber eyes, the Nanea mold, and patterns on her arm like she does in the movie. She comes dressed in her signature outfit from the opening scene of the Kpop Demon Hunters movie, as well as armed with her Sain-Geom sword. Rumi retails for $165, and is on pre-order now for an estimated November 27 ship date - just in time for Christmas!

Here's Gabriela's collection! Who should be Doll of the Month next month?

American Girl is having a sale this weekend - 20% off orders $100 or more, Long Hair Looks dolls and Disney dolls are available in this sale.

Sorry for the delay, but here's our post all about the Doll of the Month for this month, Gabriela! Where she lives: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Her hobbies: Poetry, dancing Pet: Cat, Maya What changes her life: The creative arts studio her mom owns is in danger of shutting down What she discovers: You can use your talents to change the world

Today is Raquel's birthday! She was born on this day in 2016, making her 10.

Today, I had my 21st birthday party at American Girl, and it was such a special experience! I went with my sister, her boyfriend, and their respective roommates, and I had such a good time. We booked the private party room, and we got salad, pizza, cake and ice cream, as well as a doll crown craft and hairstyles for our dolls. I wasn't looked down upon for having my birthday here despite how old I'm turning - in fact, our party host said that their favorite parties were the ones where older collectors came in! On our cake, I even got twenty one candles. It felt so special and was such a great experience. I'm making this post to tell you guys that even if you are an older fan of American Girl, or even if you're in an upper grade of elementary school or middle school and peers at school are bullying you for your enjoyment of these dolls, that you should never let go of your love of dolls just because of your age. I'm an adult now. I have a lot more adult responsibilities. I am a full-time college student, an author and screenwriter, a political activist and leader of an organization. And yet, I still love these dolls. And nothing has ever taken that from me. I remember when I was in middle school, feeling ashamed about my love for American Girl. I was bullied constantly for being different, for loving these stories. But the truth is? I'm so glad I never let their words deter me or have me give up these dolls. American Girl has been apart of my life for almost 13 years. And at this point, I don't see anything ever changing that. So go. Book that double-digit birthday party at the American Girl cafe. Be the only one in the crowd watching an American Girl movie or play that isn't a kid or a parent. Tell your friends outside of this field that you collect dolls, and ask them if they used to or knew people who did. Reach out to one of the singers in your favorite band, tell her you customize American Girl dolls and ask her if she wants one, then make that doll once she says yes and make plans to give it to her at the concert you'll see her at. Log that American Girl movie on Letterboxd and write a long review. Sit down to read an American Girl story in one sitting. Take your dolls out of their closet and dress them to look like your friends. I've done all of these things - and more - in my time since becoming an adult American Girl fan? And you know what? My friends loved the dolls I made of them. Some of my most rewarding film reviews have been for American Girl movies. I still devour American Girl stories to this day. The singer in my favorite band, The Protomen, absolutely loved the doll I made of her and can't wait for me to give her the doll. All of my friends in different friend groups know I collect dolls - and love me for it. I was the only person who wasn't a kid or a parent at American Girl Live in Concert - and all the actresses there lit up when they saw me. And I booked that double-digit birthday party at the American Girl store. I booked a party for an age that starts with the number 2. And I had the time of my life.