Squints and Wendy Costume
Bring the classic Sandlot pool scene to life this Halloween.
The Squints and Wendy Peffercorn couples costume is a nostalgic tribute to one of the most memorable scenes in 90s cinema. Inspired by the classic movie The Sandlot, this pairing features Squints in his signature geeky baseball gear and Wendy in her iconic red lifeguard look. It is a fun, highly recognizable, and easy-to-assemble choice for couples.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $30–70
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What you need for a Squints and Wendy costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Squints and Wendy costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Squints' Striped Shirt
A short-sleeved, button-down shirt with vertical or horizontal stripes, typically in black and white or brown and beige.
DIY: Use a plain white short-sleeve shirt and draw thick stripes on it with a fabric marker.
Squints' Glasses
Thick, black retro square-rimmed glasses.
DIY: Pop the lenses out of a cheap pair of black plastic sunglasses.
Squints' Baseball Cap
A classic plain black baseball cap worn backward.
Wendy's Red Swimsuit
A classic red vintage-style one-piece swimsuit.
DIY: Wear a red tank top paired with red athletic shorts for a more practical street outfit.
Wendy's White Sunglasses
Retro white plastic cat-eye sunglasses.
Wendy's Lifeguard Whistle
A classic silver metal whistle on a black or red lanyard.
Wendy's Hair Ribbon
A simple red satin ribbon tied around a high ponytail.
DIY: Cut a strip of red fabric or ribbon from a craft store.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Squints and Wendy costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
For Squints, put on a pair of classic blue jeans and tuck in the striped short-sleeve button-down shirt.
- 2
Place the black baseball cap on backward and put on the thick black-rimmed glasses.
- 3
For Wendy, put on the red one-piece swimsuit (or red top and shorts combination).
- 4
Tie your hair up into a high ponytail and secure it with the red ribbon.
- 5
Put on the white cat-eye sunglasses and hang the silver whistle around your neck.
- 6
Coordinate your poses: Squints should look starstruck and goofy, while Wendy looks confident and amused.
Makeup & hair
Squints needs messy hair peeking out from under his backward cap. Wendy should style her hair in a high, bouncy ponytail secured with a red ribbon, paired with classic red lipstick and clean, simple makeup.
Squints and Wendy for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- The ultimate 90s movie couple; one partner dresses as Squints and the other as Wendy Peffercorn.
- group
- Expand into a full Sandlot group by adding Benny the Jet, Smalls, and the rest of the baseball team.
- kids
- A cute sibling or friend costume with a mini striped shirt, glasses, and a red swimsuit or red t-shirt.
- Plus size
- Both looks are highly adaptable; use a red ruched one-piece or tankini for Wendy, and a comfortable relaxed-fit striped button-up for Squints.
- pet
- Dress a dog as 'The Beast' (Hercules the English Mastiff) to accompany the couple.
Tips
- If wearing Wendy's swimsuit to an evening party, pair it with denim shorts or a white sarong for comfort and warmth.
- Add a small piece of white athletic tape to the bridge of Squints' glasses to emphasize his nerdy, disheveled look.
- Carry a vintage baseball glove or a pool noodle as fun, thematic props for photos.
Squints and Wendy costume FAQ
- What does Wendy Peffercorn wear in the pool scene?
- She wears a classic red one-piece swimsuit, white cat-eye sunglasses, a red hair ribbon, and a silver lifeguard whistle.
- How do you make a cheap DIY Squints costume?
- Use a striped shirt and jeans from your closet, buy cheap black plastic glasses, and wear a plain black baseball cap backward.
- Is this costume good for cold weather?
- Wendy's look can be cold, so swap the swimsuit for a red t-shirt or hoodie, or wear a white cardigan over the swimsuit.
Did you know? The iconic pool scene was filmed at the Fremont Park Pool in Salt Lake City, Utah, which remains a popular spot for fans of the movie to visit.