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product_id: 656003888
title: "American Girl Lila 18-inch Doll & Journal (Girl of The Year 2024)"
brand: "american girl"
price: "VT86989"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
category: "American Girl"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/656003888-american-girl-lila-18-inch-doll-and-journal-girl-year
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region: Vanuatu
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# Sparkly athleisure outfit Soft cotton body + vinyl limbs Amber eyes open/close American Girl Lila 18-inch Doll & Journal (Girl of The Year 2024)

**Brand:** american girl
**Price:** VT86989
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🏅 Meet Lila: The Gold Medalist of Style & Storytelling!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** American Girl Lila 18-inch Doll & Journal (Girl of The Year 2024) by american girl
- **How much does it cost?** VT86989 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/656003888-american-girl-lila-18-inch-doll-and-journal-girl-year)

## Best For

- american girl enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted american girl brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Dynamic Amber Eyes:** Lifelike eyes that open and close, adding expressive realism.
- • **Chic Sparkly Athleisure:** Sporty yet stylish outfit with shimmer details that pop without the mess.
- • **Premium Mixed-Media Build:** Soft cotton body paired with smooth, movable vinyl limbs for tactile authenticity.

## Overview

The American Girl Lila 18-inch Doll & Journal (Girl of The Year 2024) features a soft cotton body with movable vinyl limbs and amber eyes that open and close. Styled with curly caramel hair highlighted in blonde, she wears a sparkly pink knit tank top, pale-pink track pants with glittery stripes, and platform sandals. Included accessories like friendship bracelets and a journal narrate her inspiring journey as a gymnast and horse camp enthusiast, making her a perfect blend of athleticism, style, and storytelling for collectors and kids alike.

## Description

As the new girl on her gymnastics squad, Lila wonders if she’s good enough to make the Xcel Gold Team. When she gets the chance to go to horse camp, she finds creative ways to train for gymnastics and forms an unexpected friendship that boosts her confidence.

Review: A Golden Gymnast That Vaulted Right Into My Mom's Heart - When I decided to pick up the 2024 Girl of the Year for my mom, I knew I was buying more than just a toy; I was adding a centerpiece to her collection that celebrates both athleticism and style. From the moment we unboxed her, it was clear that American Girl has poured a tremendous amount of detail into Lila Monetti. The quality is immediately palpable, from the weight of her vinyl limbs to the softness of her cloth body. My mom was instantly captivated by the sheer vibrancy of this doll—she feels fresh, modern, and incredibly well-crafted, bridging the gap perfectly between a play-ready companion and a display-worthy collector's item. ​The first thing that grabs your attention is her stunning hair and face mold. Lila features a beautiful, warm caramel hair color that is generously streaked with sun-kissed blonde highlights, giving her a glowing, summer-ready look. The curls are tight and bouncy, holding their shape well even after being handled, and the half-up dual ponytail style she arrives in is both sporty and chic. Her amber eyes are a standout feature, offering a unique depth that differentiates her from previous dolls in the line. They catch the light beautifully and complement her warm skin tone and freckles, giving her an expression that is bright, alert, and full of personality. ​Her meet outfit is a masterclass in athleisure design, perfectly capturing the essence of a gymnast who is ready for practice or just hanging out. The pink knit tank top has a lovely metallic shimmer that adds just the right amount of sparkle without shedding glitter everywhere, which is a huge plus for maintaining a clean display area. The track pants are equally impressive, made from a soft velour-like material with sporty, sparkly stripes running down the sides. I was particularly impressed by the little details, like the friendship bracelets on her wrist—one beaded and one cord—which add a layer of storytelling realism that makes her feel like a real ten-year-old girl. ​Beyond the aesthetics, the inclusion of her journal adds a wonderful narrative layer that my mom really appreciated. It isn't just a throwaway accessory; it provides genuine context to Lila's world, balancing her life as a competitive gymnast with her newfound love for horseback riding. Reading about her struggles and triumphs in St. Paul adds emotional weight to the doll, making her feel like a character with history and ambition. It’s this attention to storytelling that elevates the entire unboxing experience, turning a simple purchase into an engagement with a new friend. ​Overall, Lila is a triumph of design and character building. She manages to be both a fierce athlete and a stylish icon, with high-quality clothing and a unique color palette that pops on the shelf. Whether you are buying this for a child who needs an inspiring role model or, like me, gifting it to an adult collector who appreciates the finer details of doll craftsmanship, she is an absolute winner. Her duality as a gymnast and rider opens up so many avenues for accessories and play, but even just standing there in her sparkly gear, she looks like a gold medalist.
Review: Good quality doll - Lila girl of the year American girl doll is a very pretty doll with long wavy hair which is syllable. She comes in her top and trousers of good quality with cute platform sandals substantial made of plastic though.

## Features

- Premium features: An 18" Lila doll with amber eyes that open and close, and curly caramel-colored hair with blonde highlights styled in two half ponytails in front. She has a soft cotton body and her movable head and limbs are made of smooth vinyl.
- Also includes: A sparkly pink knit mock turtleneck tank top, pale-pink track pants with sparkly striped trim on the sides, light-purple platform sandals, and a pair of underwear
- A blue beaded bracelet, a pink cord bracelet with three multicolored gems, and two soft-pink hairbands
- An illustrated paperback book, My Journal by Lila Monetti, that tells Lila’s story of gymnastics and horse camp

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CNJSB1DB |
| Best Sellers Rank | #35,515 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #531 in Dolls |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (202) |
| Item Weight | 3.24 pounds |
| Item model number | 194735184170 |
| Manufacturer | American Girl |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 8 years and up |
| Product Dimensions | 20.9 x 8.8 x 6.3 inches |
| Release date | September 12, 2024 |

## Images

![American Girl Lila 18-inch Doll & Journal (Girl of The Year 2024) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71mlIgVuz9L.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Golden Gymnast That Vaulted Right Into My Mom's Heart
*by P***H on January 20, 2026*

When I decided to pick up the 2024 Girl of the Year for my mom, I knew I was buying more than just a toy; I was adding a centerpiece to her collection that celebrates both athleticism and style. From the moment we unboxed her, it was clear that American Girl has poured a tremendous amount of detail into Lila Monetti. The quality is immediately palpable, from the weight of her vinyl limbs to the softness of her cloth body. My mom was instantly captivated by the sheer vibrancy of this doll—she feels fresh, modern, and incredibly well-crafted, bridging the gap perfectly between a play-ready companion and a display-worthy collector's item. ​The first thing that grabs your attention is her stunning hair and face mold. Lila features a beautiful, warm caramel hair color that is generously streaked with sun-kissed blonde highlights, giving her a glowing, summer-ready look. The curls are tight and bouncy, holding their shape well even after being handled, and the half-up dual ponytail style she arrives in is both sporty and chic. Her amber eyes are a standout feature, offering a unique depth that differentiates her from previous dolls in the line. They catch the light beautifully and complement her warm skin tone and freckles, giving her an expression that is bright, alert, and full of personality. ​Her meet outfit is a masterclass in athleisure design, perfectly capturing the essence of a gymnast who is ready for practice or just hanging out. The pink knit tank top has a lovely metallic shimmer that adds just the right amount of sparkle without shedding glitter everywhere, which is a huge plus for maintaining a clean display area. The track pants are equally impressive, made from a soft velour-like material with sporty, sparkly stripes running down the sides. I was particularly impressed by the little details, like the friendship bracelets on her wrist—one beaded and one cord—which add a layer of storytelling realism that makes her feel like a real ten-year-old girl. ​Beyond the aesthetics, the inclusion of her journal adds a wonderful narrative layer that my mom really appreciated. It isn't just a throwaway accessory; it provides genuine context to Lila's world, balancing her life as a competitive gymnast with her newfound love for horseback riding. Reading about her struggles and triumphs in St. Paul adds emotional weight to the doll, making her feel like a character with history and ambition. It’s this attention to storytelling that elevates the entire unboxing experience, turning a simple purchase into an engagement with a new friend. ​Overall, Lila is a triumph of design and character building. She manages to be both a fierce athlete and a stylish icon, with high-quality clothing and a unique color palette that pops on the shelf. Whether you are buying this for a child who needs an inspiring role model or, like me, gifting it to an adult collector who appreciates the finer details of doll craftsmanship, she is an absolute winner. Her duality as a gymnast and rider opens up so many avenues for accessories and play, but even just standing there in her sparkly gear, she looks like a gold medalist.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality doll
*by F***E on October 5, 2025*

Lila girl of the year American girl doll is a very pretty doll with long wavy hair which is syllable. She comes in her top and trousers of good quality with cute platform sandals substantial made of plastic though.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful Doll
*by J***D on January 30, 2026*

Beautiful doll for a good price

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