How to Wear 90's Baby Lashes for a Retro Occasion Look

By False Eyelashes, Strip Lashes & Extensions | Published: 2026-11-04

Category: How-to Guides

A step-by-step guide to wearing 90's Baby lashes for retro occasions: prep, trim, apply, and blend them into a nineties makeup look without overdoing it.

Quick answer

To wear 90's Baby lashes for a retro occasion, apply them after your eye makeup, trim the band to your eye width, and place the lash slightly beyond your outer corner to emphasize the winged, cat-eye effect. Keep the rest of your makeup simple so the lashes stay the focus.

Why the 90's Baby style suits retro occasions

The 90's Baby lash is designed with faux fibres that increase in length toward the outer corners, creating a subtle lift and a winged, cat-eye effect. That shape reads as nineties glam without requiring a full costume, so it works for decade-themed parties, retro date nights, or any occasion where you want a lifted eye look.

Because the lift is built into the outer corner, you do not need to layer multiple lashes or rely on heavy eyeliner to get the effect. One pair can carry the retro theme, which keeps your getting-ready routine shorter and more predictable.

When to choose a different lash style

If your occasion calls for a natural, barely-there look, the 90's Baby lash may be more dramatic than you want. The outer-corner emphasis is noticeable, especially in photos. For a softer everyday effect, consider a shorter, evenly distributed lash instead.

Also skip this style if you prefer a rounded, doll-like eye shape rather than an elongated one. The 90's Baby is built for lift and wing, not for centered volume.

Step-by-step application for 90's Baby lashes

Prep your natural lashes and lids: Curl your natural lashes and apply your eye makeup first, including any shadow or liner. Make sure lids are clean and dry before lash application. Checkpoint: if you apply lashes before makeup, fallout can settle on the fibres and dull them.
Trim the lash band to your eye width: Hold the lash against your lash line without glue. If the band extends past your inner or outer corner, trim small sections from the outer end until it fits comfortably. Common mistake: trimming from the inner corner removes the shortest fibres and can make the lash feel stiff; trim from the outer end instead.
Apply a thin line of lash adhesive: Run a thin layer of adhesive along the band and wait 20–30 seconds until it becomes tacky. Too much glue can slide and smudge your eye makeup. Checkpoint: if the glue is still wet and white, wait longer; it should look slightly clear and sticky.
Place the lash slightly beyond your outer corner: Use tweezers or your fingers to set the lash in the center of your lash line first, then press the inner and outer corners down. Nudge the outer corner just past your natural lash line to emphasize the wing. Common mistake: placing the lash too far inward can make the outer lift look droopy instead of lifted.
Press and blend the band: Gently press along the band with clean fingers or the tweezers to secure it. If needed, use a small amount of eyeliner to blend the band into your lash line. Checkpoint: the band should sit flush without lifting at the corners; if a corner lifts, add a tiny dot of glue and hold for a few seconds.
Finish with mascara only if needed: If your natural lashes and the faux fibres need blending, apply a light coat of mascara at the base only. Avoid heavy coats that can clump the fibres. Common mistake: applying mascara to the tips can weigh down the outer lift and reduce the winged effect.

Product facts

90's Baby: Made from advanced faux fibres with length increasing on the outer corners. The graduated length creates the winged, cat-eye lift that defines a retro lash look, so you can skip extra liner or stacking.
90's Baby