Want big day lashes to rival those of Betty Boop? Beauty editor Candice Gregor opens your eyes to the flirtatious world of falsies and beyond.

I've never worn or applied false lashes before, where do I start?

Go for shorter lashes that fit snugly along the length of the natural lash line. This will make application easier. Don't be afraid to cut them with scissors to custom fit them to your eye. If you don't feel confident applying full lashes, go for individual ones, like flares by Eylure to give a winged effect at the corner of the eye. Most brands of falsies come with adhesive in the pack, but if they don't, glue can be bought separately.

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Start by dabbing a small amount of glue along the false lash line and wait about 30 seconds until glue is tacky to touch. Using tweezers, apply lashes half a centimetre in from the outer corner of your eye so when you look straight ahead, your lashes continue in the diagonal line from the corner of the nose to the corner of the eye. Press into place and after lashes feel secure apply a coat of mascara to blend the false ones with your own. If you normally curl your lashes, do so before applying falsies, otherwise you'll pull them off. It's fiddly, so practise!

Lash extensions are another way to boost the flirt factor. Salon professionals attach individual silk lashes to each of your own lashes with a specially formulated glue. These extensions last between six to eight weeks and cost around $150. See www.eyebrowstudio.com.au.

For an even more long-term effect, start using growth stimulating formulas like MD Lash Factor three months before the wedding for fuller longer looking lashes.