Best Dolls For Kids
The 10 Cutest, Most Creative Dolls For Kids
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Dolls are one of those classic toys that, when done right, can be pure kid magic. But not all doll creations are made equally in terms of cuteness, kid appeal, and affordability. You're in luck, though, because we tracked down the 10 coolest, most creative, and best-made dolls on the market today. From classics you probably played with in your own childhood to new toys designed to appeal to modern minis, these dolls are made for kids of all ages and interests. Whether you're looking for an affordable doll for your destructive toddler or a keepsake for your older child that comes with endless accessories, these are the doll brands you need to know about now.
1 American Girl Dolls
American Girl has something for every doll-lover, from Bitty Babies for little ones to Wee Wonderful dolls for in-betweeners to the original, much-loved American Girl dolls. Choose from BeForever dolls ($115 and up) — including this year's Nanea Mitchell, a Hawaiian girl living in 1941 — each of which tells a historical story, or pick a contemporary doll, including the Truly Me line, designed to look like the little person in your life. Full-size dolls start at $115, while Wellie Wishers and Bitty Babies start at $60.
2 BlaBla Dolls
Perfect for little ones, BlaBla knit dolls come in both human and animal forms, including Esther the Hippo ($46-$58). Most designs are available in 18-inch or 12-inch sizes, or go big and check out the line's three-foot-tall giant dolls ($180-$196).
3 Friend Indeed Dolls
Designed by artist Ashley Goldberg and sold at The Land of Nod, the Friend Indeed dolls ($69 each) come in six supercool designs. Each doll comes with their own personality (Blair is a soccer player who doesn't let her asthma slow her down; Isaac loves tracking down stories for his school newspaper) and at least seven cool accessories like books, bags, and favorite stuffed animals. Also check out the dolls sweet sleepover sets ($49 each).
4 Baby Alive Dolls
Baby Alive dolls ($9-$50) are available in tons of different designs, from newborns to preschooler-aged dolls. Choose from dolls with various skin tones, hair colors and lengths, and talents. Some cry, some crawl and talk, and some even go potty.
5 Disney Collection Princess Toddler Dolls
Disney princesses get a pint-size makeover with these adorable Disney Princess Toddler dolls ($20). Choose from Ariel, Moana, Elsa, Anna, Rapunzel, and so many more.
6 Barbie
Barbie may have been around for decades, but she's still one of our favorites. We're especially loving the Barbie Fashionistas line ($6-$14), stylishly dressed dolls in a variety of body types and ethnicities.
7 Target Our Generation Doll
Target's Our Generation dolls ($24-$30) include more than 100 doll designs, plus hundreds of clothing and accessory options, doll furniture, playsets, vehicles, and more.
8 Melissa & Doug Mine to Love Dolls
Melissa & Doug's Mine to Love dolls ($25-$32) include six 12-inch baby doll options and two 14-inch toddler dolls. Baby dolls are sweet smelling and soft bodied, with open-and-close eyes and removable outfits.
9 Cabbage Patch Kids Cuties
We're sure you remember Cabbage Patch Kids from your own childhood, and they're still as lovable as you remember, especially when you're looking at the brand's Cuties collection ($9-$21) — nine-inch stuffed dolls dressed up like animals.
10 L.O.L. Surprise! Dolls
If you have an egg-opening fan on your hand, they'll love L.O.L. Surprise! dolls ($10 each). As you peel away the seven layers hiding each doll, a new surprise is unveiled, hinting at which doll you're going to get. Feed or bathe your doll for an additional water surprise (dolls cry, spit, pee, or change color). If you want to go big (and can get your hands on one), pick up one this holiday season's hottest toys: the L.O.L. Big Surprise ($115).
