Annie's American Girl Dolls: Girls of the year

American Girl - Girls of the Year

American Girl Place - New York, NY

Girls of the year, also knows as limited edition dolls, are dolls and characters only available on a limited basis.Originally they were only available on a year basis but since 2017 (Gabriela McBride) they are now available for two years. They have been available since 2001. There are now 18 Girls of the Year.

In recent years they have been introduced online and in the stores on New Year's Day. During the first three days of release at American Girl Place locations, various events are held for the Girl of the Year, including activities.

Girls of the Year are always characters that originally are about ten to twelve years old in modern-day America during the year of her release. The character is given a story that expands on her personality, a specific situation she is involved in, relevant social issue, and/or her personal hobbies. This creates an overarching theme for the year which is expanded in the collection.

While the line started modestly, Girls of the Year now have sizable collections including multiple outfits and often one large "fancy" item. Originally the largest item was furniture such as a bed, but nowadays varies into things such as rainforest style huts, bakeries, or faux space habitats, that generally have multiple accessories.

I have 2 girls of the year. I am very very glad I have been able to collect lots of their collections.

Luciana Vega - 2018