In Sweden, near the Winter Solstice, the oldest daughter dresses up as Saint Lucia to symbolize the coming of brighter days. In Kirstens Surprise, Kirsten Larson secretly plans a Saint Lucia celebration for her family to keep one of their cherished Swedish traditions alive in their new country. This limited-edition Kirsten Larson doll and book set celebrates Kirstens heartwarming holiday story. This 18-inch holiday collector doll with blonde hair and blue eyes is part of the American Girl Collector Series. No more than 3,000 Kirstens Surprise Holiday Collector Doll & Book Sets have been created worldwide.

Premium features:

• An 18 Kirsten doll with light blue eyes and blonde hair with bangs, styled in looped braids tied with two red woven hair ribbons
• An authentic recreation of Kirstens original Saint Lucia gown a white ankle-length gown with dropped shoulders, long bell sleeves, a red woven sash, and picot lace trim along the collar, cuffs, and hem
• The traditional Saint Lucia wreath featuring six tall white pretend candles with flame-colored tips, faux greenery and holly berries, and a satin red ribbon wrapped around the wreath with scattered red bows
• Kirstens holiday book, Kirstens Surprise, featuring the original cover design and art

Includes:

• A pair of red and white striped stockings
• A pair of white cotton pantalettes trimmed with eyelet lace
• A numbered certificate of authenticity