Rockford Peaches Costume
Batter up in the iconic pink baseball dress from A League of Their Own.
Step onto the field as a member of the Rockford Peaches, the legendary women's baseball team from the historic AAGPBL and the beloved film and series A League of Their Own. This costume is a popular choice for sports fans and groups, offering a blend of retro athletic style and cinematic nostalgia. The look features a distinctive peach-pink short-sleeved wrap dress, a red belt, red knee-high socks, and a matching red baseball cap.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $35–75
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What you need for a Rockford Peaches costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Rockford Peaches costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Peach-pink baseball dress
A short-sleeved, button-up or wrap-front A-line dress in a light peach-pink color, featuring a circular 'City of Rockford' patch on the chest.
DIY: Dye a short-sleeved khaki utility dress light pink and sew on a printed paper or fabric Rockford Peaches logo patch.
Red baseball cap
A classic red baseball cap featuring a white circular patch with a red 'R' logo on the front.
DIY: Take a plain red baseball cap and use fabric markers or a felt cutout to add a white circle with a red letter 'R'.
Red waist belt
A wide red elastic or faux-leather belt with a silver-tone buckle to cinch the waist of the dress.
DIY: Use a strip of red felt or wide red ribbon secured with velcro or a safety pin.
Red knee-high socks
Athletic knee-high socks in a vibrant red color to match the belt and hat.
Black bloomers or undershorts
Black athletic compression shorts or bloomers to wear underneath the short baseball dress for comfort and coverage.
DIY: Use any pair of dark, tight-fitting athletic shorts you already own.
Vintage-style baseball glove
A brown leather baseball glove to carry as an authentic retro prop.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Rockford Peaches costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black athletic compression shorts first to ensure comfortable coverage under the short dress.
- 2
Slip on the peach-pink baseball dress, buttoning it securely down the front or side.
- 3
Thread the wide red belt through the dress loops and fasten it snugly around your waist.
- 4
Pull on the red knee-high socks, smoothing them out so they reach just below your knees.
- 5
Put on a pair of clean white sneakers or black vintage-style baseball cleats.
- 6
Place the red baseball cap on your head, pulling your hair back into a ponytail or braid if desired.
- 7
Slip the brown leather baseball glove onto your left hand (or right, depending on your throw) to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in a classic 1940s look, such as soft curls, a high ponytail with a red ribbon, or double braids. Keep makeup simple and fresh with a touch of red lipstick to match the accessories.
Rockford Peaches for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Jimmy Dugan in his grey Rockford Peaches manager uniform, complete with a matching red cap and windbreaker.
- group
- Gather your friends to form the full lineup, with each person dressing as a different player like Dottie, Kit, Mae, or Doris.
- kids
- A miniature version of the pink dress, red socks, and red cap makes for an adorable toddler or youth costume.
- Plus size
- Look for stretch-knit versions of the pink wrap dress or use a pink polo shirt paired with a matching pink A-line skirt and red belt.
- pet
- A red dog bandana paired with a tiny red baseball cap secured with an elastic strap.
Tips
- Wear black athletic shorts or spandex under the dress so you can move, sit, and run comfortably.
- If you plan to wear this in cold weather, layer skin-toned leggings under the red socks to stay warm without ruining the look.
- For great photos, strike a classic baseball pose like holding a bat over your shoulder or crouching in a catcher's stance.
- Break in your sneakers or cleats beforehand if you plan to walk around a lot during your event.
Rockford Peaches costume FAQ
- What do you wear under the Rockford Peaches dress?
- It is highly recommended to wear black athletic compression shorts, spandex, or vintage-style bloomers underneath the dress, as the skirt is short and flared.
- How do I make a DIY Rockford Peaches costume?
- You can dye a khaki utility dress light pink, add a red belt, red knee-high socks, a red baseball cap, and print out the 'City of Rockford' and 'R' logos on iron-on transfer paper to apply to the dress and hat.
- What shoes should I wear with this costume?
- Plain white sneakers, black athletic sneakers, or vintage black baseball cleats work best to maintain the retro athletic aesthetic.
Did you know? The Rockford Peaches were a real-life team in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, founded in 1943 by chewing gum mogul Philip K. Wrigley to keep baseball in the public eye during World War II.