Squints (The Sandlot) Costume
You're killing me, Smalls! Bring the 1960s sandlot to life.
Michael 'Squints' Palledorous is the fast-talking, bold romantic from the classic 1993 baseball film *The Sandlot*. This costume is a popular choice for 90s kids and movie buffs because it is incredibly easy to assemble using everyday wardrobe staples. The signature retro look features a vintage short-sleeve button-up, thick black glasses, and a flipped-up baseball cap.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $20–50
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What you need for a Squints (The Sandlot) costume
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Light tan short-sleeve button-up shirt
A classic 1960s style short-sleeve collared shirt in a light tan or beige color.
DIY: Use any beige or light brown short-sleeve collared shirt from a thrift store.
Plain white crewneck t-shirt
A standard cotton white undershirt worn beneath the button-up.
Dark wash straight-leg blue jeans
Classic blue jeans, cuffed at the bottom to show off the ankles.
DIY: Use any pair of blue jeans you own and roll the cuffs up two inches.
Thick black-rimmed glasses
Retro, thick-framed black plastic geek glasses without lenses.
DIY: Pop the lenses out of an old pair of black plastic sunglasses.
Plain black baseball cap
A simple black baseball hat worn backwards with the brim flipped up.
Black canvas low-top sneakers
Classic retro-style black canvas sneakers with white soles.
DIY: Any dark canvas sneakers or vintage-style running shoes will work.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the plain white crewneck t-shirt as your base layer.
- 2
Layer the light tan short-sleeve button-up shirt over the t-shirt, leaving it completely unbuttoned or only partially buttoned.
- 3
Put on the straight-leg blue jeans and fold the bottom cuffs up about two inches.
- 4
Lace up the black canvas low-top sneakers over white crew socks.
- 5
Place the black baseball cap on your head backwards, then bend and flip the brim upward.
- 6
Put on the thick black-rimmed glasses to complete the signature Squints look.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair simple and messy, tucked mostly under the cap. No makeup is required, but a confident, mischievous grin is essential.
Squints (The Sandlot) for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Wendy Peffercorn in a red one-piece swimsuit, white sunglasses, and a red hair ribbon.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as the rest of the Sandlot crew, including Smalls, Benny the Jet, and Ham Porter.
- kids
- Perfect for kids; use a youth-sized tan button-up, cuffed jeans, and plastic toy glasses.
- Plus size
- A relaxed-fit tan button-up and comfortable straight-leg jeans offer an easy, screen-accurate fit.
- pet
- Dress a dog as 'The Beast' (Hercules the English Mastiff) to accompany you.
Tips
- Flip the brim of the black baseball cap upward to get that authentic 1960s kid look.
- Keep the button-up shirt loose and unbuttoned over the white tee for a relaxed, play-ready vibe.
- This is an excellent, comfortable costume for outdoor events or chilly Halloween nights when paired with a light jacket.
Squints (The Sandlot) costume FAQ
- What kind of glasses does Squints wear?
- Squints wears thick, black-rimmed retro geek glasses, similar to classic 1950s horn-rimmed frames.
- How do you style the hat for a Squints costume?
- Wear a plain black baseball cap backwards, then bend and flip the brim upward so it stands up.
- What is the easiest way to DIY a Squints costume?
- You can easily DIY this look using a tan short-sleeve button-up, cuffed blue jeans, a white t-shirt, a black cap, and cheap black plastic glasses.
Did you know? The character of Squints was famously married to his dream girl, lifeguard Wendy Peffercorn, later in the film's epilogue.