I went from having all things American Girl on my own Christmas list to shopping for American Girl wishes off my own daughters’ wish lists. Each year I round up what the top items are, new items and unique ways to gift them. Ready for the 2022 American Girl gift guide? Here we go! 

American Girl Gift Guide 

Truly Me

The all new, refreshed Truly Me line are my doll picks for the year. There are so many fun choices with hip outfits and ways to make the doll truly their own. My girls favorite option: adding some colorful highlights to the dolls hair. 

You can also opt to get the doll that comes with the All About Me Journal which is really neat. 

Spa Treatment for Dolls & Girls 

All I want for Christmas is a spa day… and while I’m not sure I am getting one at least I know the American Girl dolls & their tween owners will be (ha!). You can now get an entire spa for American Girl dolls, a salon, a robe and more. 

For the girls, there’s a whole line of lip balms, spa sets & makeup. We’ve used a number of them and the quality is great – especially the 2-in-1 shampoo conditioner. The spa items for the dolls and girls is a great option for the slightly older girl that’s not quite ready to give up her love of American Girl dolls at Christmas. 

American Girl Stocking & Stocking Stuffers 

The American Girl Stocking is so cute and a great size. There are sets that even come with the stocking + some of the fun holiday items.

Skincare and mystery packs: two things that are all the rage this year. American Girl has both and they’re so cute. There are regular surprise packs and really fun, festive Christmas and Hanukkah holiday packs. Inside are fun accessories for the dolls. From mini mugs of hot cocoa to a pan to cook a latke, your girls will love opening these mystery packs. There’s also a Mystery Pack collection that’s a style collection and the accessories inside are things like pretend makeup, hair accessories and a watch for dolls.  

A few other ideas for stocking stuffers: 

• The girls Spa items above 
• American Girl Books 
• Doll accessories or shoes
• Doll hair care: hair brush, headbands etc

Dressed to Impress 

This year, American Girl partnered with Janie & Jack to create the prettiest holiday wear line for girls and their dolls. It’s very special holiday collection of girl- and doll-sized outfits and accessories from fancy dresses and jackets to more comfortable leggings and sweatshirts. The outfits can be found on both the American Girl site and Janie & Jack and come in sizes 2t to 16. 

Experience Gifts 

We love giving experience gifts. They are becoming more and more popular each year and a really special way to celebrate with a gift that 1. doesn’t take up more space in the house and 2. is something you can enjoy together as a family. We have so many wonderful memories over the years visiting American Girl stores. The girls first visit was while on a trip to Chicago. Their first meal at the American Girl Cafe was Maggie’s 5th birthday gift and a few years ago their Christmas gift was a trip to American Girl with Grammy to see a show.  For American Girl experience gifts, you can start by looking for your closest store. You can:

• Plan a day trip there with their dolls
• Gift a meal at the store Cafe 
• Give a gift card to shop
• Look to see if there are any cool events coming up and gift the event 

What’s on your daughter’s American Girl wishlist this year? Whatever you pick, you’re sure to bring a smile to their faces. Happy holidays!