Love It Or Hate It, Here’s The New Funky Eyelashes Trend Among Female Idols

There’s a new makeup trend circulating through the world of K-Pop…and it’s definitely not for everyone.

Your browser does not support video.Jennie (BLACKPINK) 

Specifically, there’s a new and unique way female idols are styling their eyelashes that is completely polarizing fans.

Your browser does not support video.Tzuyu (TWICE) 

Typically, idols may sport a soft and natural eyelash look…

Your browser does not support video.Lisa (BLACKPINK) 

…and occasionally, they may go for a western look with bold fake eyelashes. However, this new trend is neither of these.

Your browser does not support video.Hwasa (MAMAMOO) 

The new look consists of long lashes that are purposely clumped together to create a long and thick lash look.

Winter (aespa)

Typically, when applying mascara, most people try to avoid clumping hairs together. However, the goal of this look is to group together a few hairs with tweezers to create a few bold strands with space in between them.

Miyeon [(G)I-DLE] | @official_g_i_dle/InstagramIt can be done on natural or fake lashes, depending on the length of your natural lashes.

Jang Gyuri (fromis_9) | @realfromis_9/Twitter

The technique can also be applied to bottom lashes for a more complete look.

Taeyeon (Girls’ Generation) | A’PIEU Born To Be Mad

Though it is a much more subdued version, the pinched lashes are reminiscent of the makeup of 1960’s beauty and style icon, Twiggy.

Twiggy in the 1960s

This look on idols, however, has left fans torn.

Your browser does not support video.Kwon Eunbi (IZ*ONE)  

Some believe the look is just clumpy “spider leg lashes” and most people would look better with natural, fluffier lashes.

Your browser does not support video.Yeji (ITZY) 

Meanwhile, others believe it has a whimsical and fairy-like vibe that comes out even prettier in videos and photoshoots.

Wonyougn (IZ*ONE) | GQ

It all comes down to preference, just like any makeup trend.

Your browser does not support video.Soojin [(G)I-DLE] If you get the chance to try it for yourself, one thing is certain: It takes a lot of skill to tend to each individual lash!

Jisoo (BLACKPINK)