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NewBeginnings Hey everyone,

2018 was one heck of a wild ride, wasn’t it?

LOVING NOW:

The past months have given us plenty of reasons

Rihanna can do no wrong, as evidenced by her Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer in FU$$Y ($31).

This gorgeous dusty pink shade adds the perfect touch of sparkle to your pucker, and is moisturising enough to double up as a lip balm!

to celebrate: the Crazy Rich Asians fever

had Singapore hogging the showbiz limelight for a while, and the Trump-Kim summit was

another win for our lion city. These are just a few of the defining moments that made this

year truly one to remember – head over to p. 6 for a walk down memory lane.

readers for all your support thus far by giving away

Enough about the past, it’s time to hit the refresh button. As we look forward to a brand

over $6,500 worth of awesome goodies on

new beginnings and new resolutions.

No doubt, I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t

starting from 19 December – so be sure to follow us to get in on the giveaway action!

apprehensive of what the coming year will

It’s been an amazing year, and we can’t wait

our Instagram page (@teenagemagazine)

new year ahead, this also means new goals,

to embark on the next chapter of our

bring – but it’s this sense of uncertainty that

journey with you guys.

makes it so important to set positive

changes in your life moving forward.

Bring on 2019!

Not sure how to get started? We’ve got you

covered. Whether you’re looking to change

Love,

up your hairstyle for the new year (p. 28),

Hui Ling

get some fresh kicks for school (p. 40),

or simply want to do your part for society

Deputy Editor

(p. 64), we hope these stories will inspire you

to step out of your comfort zone and embrace the unfamiliar. You’ve got this!

To wrap up the year on a high note, the

Teenage team would like to thank our beloved

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18 Things That Made 2018 We recap the top headlines that had the world talking 10 Hot Picks 12 The IT List A round-up of nifty gadgets that are worth the hype 14 Food Trends of 2018 Hottest culinary trends that took over our dining plates

Beauty 20 Beauty Hot Picks 24 Bespectacled Beauty Spice up your specs appeal with these geek-chic looks 28 Fab Hair, Don’t Care In need of some #Hairspo for the new year?

Fashion 30 2019 Trend Report Highlighter shades, wild reptilian patterns and more standout fashion trends 34 Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Grab your girl gang for a day of non-stop fun at JCube!

40 Foot Notes Step into the new school year in style with these fresh kicks 42 Back-To-School Cool All the rad back-to-school supplies you never knew you needed

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Celebs 43 At A Glance Three words to describe Ariana Grande? Young, beautiful and oh-so successful 44 A Grande Comeback 2018 is Ariana Grande’s year – and she’s not wasting any second of it 48 The Maroon 5 Effect How does Maroon 5 remain one of the top stadium-filling acts in music history?

49 Divide And Conquer Four reasons why you need to catch Ed Sheeran live in concert 50 Keeping Up With BTS Get up to speed on what Korean supergroup BTS has been up to 52 10 Years With IU Celebrating the decadelong reign of K-pop sweetheart IU 54 When The Stars Align We hang out with Robin Wright, Michael Pena, Park Min Young and more during the Netflix: See What’s Next Asia event 58 A Year of Love And Heartbreak Celebs who hooked up and broke up in 2018 60 On The Rise A new class of young, budding musicians are set to enter the scene

COVER IMAGE COURTESY OF UNIVERSAL MUSIC SINGAPORE

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64 Be The Change Make the world a better place, one step at a time 66 New Year, New Goals Singapore Polytechnic students reveal their ambitions for the year ahead 67 Make A Difference These inspiring dogooders from Kaplan are doing their part for society 68 Your Cheat Sheet To #SPOH19 Here’s how you can make the most of your SP Open House 2019 experience!

70 ’Gram & Win Loads of exciting goodies to be won as part of our mega year-end giveaway!

76 Teenage Dance Challenge 2018 What went down during the final showdown of TDC 2018 80 Snaps

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Staff Box Managing Director Publisher

most memorable moments of 2018 The Teenage team’s

DENNIS PUA FOO MEI SIAH

Editorial Deputy Editor Interns Contributors

Mei

CHEW HUI LING CHONG XIN YI, JASMINE ONG FABIAN LOO, GIGI SNG, JESSICA KHOR, JUSTIN LOH, SHARON LIM

Family trip to Shanghai Disneyland, where we stayed at the Toy Story Hotel and got to meet Woody in person!

Creative Director

ARIS LAI

Advertising & Marketing Associate Business Director Business Executive

Seeing Wanna One in concert for the last time before their disbandment (noooooo).

Huiling

Art

Bernard

BERNARD LIM

A Hong Kong trip under 36 hours and bought two pairs of limited edition sneakers!

FAITH LIM

DIGITAL, PRINT & EVENTS

Manager Senior Marketing Executive For editorial matters, For advertising, For subscription, For jobs & internships enquiries,

MAGGIE MOK LOKE PEI LING

Aris

TEENAGE@MEDIA-GROUP.COM.SG

Going on an Instawalk with Yafiq Yusman really helped to broaden my perspective!

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Faith Maggie

Bleaching my hair for the first time in my life... and I’m loving my new ’do!

Literally chasing after the Northern Lights!

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FoodTrends Of 2018 From mala-everything to bubble tea, here’s a look back at some culinary trends that took over our dining plates. BY FABIAN LOO

MALA MANIA Mala’s unusual appeal is undeniable.

Out of nowhere, stalls selling this spicy, tonguenumbing concoction are popping up everywhere – people just can’t get enough of this flavoursome liquid fire. It pairs well with instant noodles, slices of meat, vegetables and basically everything.

So much so that in the height of this fiery trend, it started making its way into snacks, fast food restaurants and even the menu of cafes.

Teddy Bear Mala Broth (from $9.90), Spice World If dipping slivers of tender meat in mala broth sounds like a good idea, you may want to drop by Spice World for their unique teddy bear-shaped mala spice mix. Don’t be fooled by its cute appearance – its formidable soup base of chillies, peppercorn and beef oil sure packs a punch!

Hand-cut Potato Wedges ($8), Mala Mala Turn your snacks into an exotic spice adventure with homegrown brand, Mala Mala.

As its name suggests, the company is created thanks to the founders’ love for mala, which they reimagined into an indulgent snack available in varying levels of spiciness.

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Ever Spring Cheezo Tea ($5.50), HEYTEA Popular bubble tea chain HEYTEA often sees hour-long queues in China. Now, the original creator of cheese tea has made its first overseas venture – right here in Singapore. Highly recommended is their Ever Spring Cheezo Tea, a base of oolong with gentle floral notes capped with their signature salty cheese foam.

Bitter Orange Kombucha ($4.80), Teabrick Who knew fermented tea and bubble tea would make such a delicious combination? Indulge in a guilt-free treat at Teabrick, where they cultivate their probiotic drinks in-house. Pair their signature Bitter Orange Kombucha (it’s not bitter at all!) with healthy toppings like red bean rice, blue pea ruby and goji berries.

BUBBLING OVER The unofficial drink of our nation: bubble tea. Over the years, we’ve seen bubble tea stores come and go. Despite the crazy competition in the BBT scene, new brands are still popping up – from tea connoisseurs, fresh pearl creators, to the outright crazy (salted egg milk tea, anyone?). These innovative companies are pulling out all the stops to attract thirsty customers.

Pulpy Strawberry Kiss ($6.80), TaiGai Fresh fruits are heavily featured in TaiGai’s signature MILKY KISS series, from the tart-sweet strawberry and jasmine tea blend, to the special fruitinfused cheese topping. The result? A smooth, addictive pulp-like texture. Bonus: Some variants even come in an adorable bear-shaped lid!

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Beauty

Bespectacled Beauty

3CE Mood Recipe Face Blush in Mono Pink, $26

Just because you’re the only frame-wearing chick in the homeroom, doesn’t mean you have to stick to boring makeup. Amp up your specs appeal with these geek-chic beauty looks!

BY CHEW HUI LING

Ciaté London Mermaid Glow Illuminating Rainbow Highlighter, $48 Swirl this illuminating rainbow highlighter over your cheekbones, brow bones and cupid’s bow for a unicorn-approved glow.

Mamonde Brightening Cover Watery Cushion, $32

BLING IT UP NYX Sugar Trip Squad Eyeshadow Palette, $36 This mesmerising palette features a range of high-impact, super-pigmented hues to bring your transformative look to life.

With the festive season in full swing, it’s the perfect time to experiment with bolder makeup styles. Take a cue from beauty influencer Cloe (@cloesshi), who added a dash of fun to her look with a bright-eyed flutter. To really make her peepers pop, she went with sparkly lashes for extra bling and a wash of peachy eyeshadow all over her eye area. Talk about eye-catching!

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IT Cosmetics Superhero Mascara Confetti Popper, $20 If your lashes are always hitting your lenses, use an eyelash curler to curl your lashes upwards from the roots before setting it with a voluminous mascara.

Cover FX Power Play Concealer, $43 Wearing spectacles tend to create emphasis on your undereye circles, so be sure to cover up any discolourations with a concealer.

Kat Von D Ink Well Long-Wear Matte Eyeliner, $32 Rule of thumb: the thicker your frames, the thicker your liner should be! For this look, a classic cat eye will do the trick.

Fenty Beauty Stunna Lip Paint in Unveil, $36 If you’re not feeling brave enough to go completely noir for your lips, opt for a rich chocolate shade that’s more wearable for an everyday look.

GO GOTHIC

NYX Ombre Blush in Mauve Me, $21

Vamp up your routine with makeup artist Arielle’s (@miss.sugar.peach) modern take on the ’90s-inspired grunge look – think porcelain skin, jet-black liner and pillowy brown lips a la Kylie Jenner. Pop on some statement glasses and you’ll look like you stepped straight out of an old-school gothic novel (but even cooler).

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The BrowGal Instatint Tinted Eyebrow Gel, $35

Fashion

2019Trend Report Highlighter shades, statement sequins and wild reptilian patterns – oh my! Here are our picks for the hottest trends of 2019 (and how to wear them).

BY CHEW HUI LING

NEON ORANGE KNIT BEANIE, $11.90, PULL&BEAR

NEON REVOLUTION NOT ONE FOR THE FAINTHEARTED, FLUORESCENT BRIGHTS OF THE ’80s ARE MAKING A COMEBACK IN A BIG WAY

TECHNICAL ZIGZAG BAG, $39.90, BERSHKA

BY STELLA MCCARTNEY

SEAMED BOUCLE COAT, $196, TOPSHOP MIDI ASYMMETRIC RUFFLE HEM SKIRT, $44, POMELO

NEON PURL KNIT SWEATER, $59.90, PULL&BEAR

BY ESCADA

VELVET TROUSERS, $169, TOPSHOP NARROW BELT, $9.95, H&M

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OVERSIZED SEQUIN SWEATER, $99.90, ZARA

DARE TO DAZZLE SEQUINS ARE NO LONGER RESERVED FOR LAVISH PARTIES – DECK OUT IN THESE DAYTIME STUNNERS THAT WON’T MAKE YOU LOOK LIKE A DISCO BALL

SEQUINNED EVENING BUCKET BAG, $39.90, PULL&BEAR

BY BALMAIN

SEQUIN PEPLUM OPEN BACK TOP, $44, POMELO

BY ISABEL MARANT

SEQUIN TIE WAIST ROMPER, $89, POMELO

SEQUINED DRESS, $54.95, H&M SEQUINNED FLARED TROUSERS, $89.90, BERSHKA SEQUINNED BELT BAG, $45.90, PULL&BEAR

SEQUIN JACKET, $99.90, ZARA

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Back-ToSchool Cool

The best part about a brand new academic year?

Back-to-school shopping, of course!

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At A Glance

AT JUST

25

YEARS OLD, THE POP STAR ALREADY BOASTS A NET WORTH OF

ariana Grande

$50 million

If the seventh track on Ariana Grande’s Sweetener album is any indication, the 25-year-old is young, beautiful – and oh-so successful.

AS OF 2018.

Ariana Grande is named Billboard’s

2018 WOMAN OF THE YEAR. Her latest single ‘thank u, next’ surpassed

100 million Spotify streams in just 11 days, becoming the fastest song in history to reach this milestone!

As of 6 November, ‘thank u, next’ has since racked up more than

4

1.5 million tweets and Ari herself has been mentioned in

*ALL FACTS ACCURATE AT TIME OF PRINT

over

3.4 million tweets.

In ‘thank u, next’, she calls out of her former beaus including Big Sean and Ricky Alvarez.

(Fun fact: she also revealed that both of them heard the track before it came out. No bad blood here!)

Her Instagram game is still going strong, as she built a dedicated empire of Arianators with more than

Her music video for ‘thank u, next’ notched a total of 46 million

views in a day, breaking YouTube’s all-time record for most views in of release. its first

137million

24 hours

followers and counting.

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Celebs

10 Years With IU AT THE AGE OF 25, K-POP DARLING IU HAS ACHIEVED MORE THAN MOST 20-SOMETHINGS CAN EVER DREAM OF. HERE’S A LOOK BACK AT HER DECADE-SPANNING CAREER.

BY CHONG XIN YI

IU performs in Singapore for her 10th Anniversary Tour Concert on 15 December 2018 at The Star Theatre.

Head over to www.teenage.com.sg for our full review!

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hen she first burst onto the scene with her fresh-faced charms, no one could have predicted that the 15-year-old would go on to become one of the most successful solo acts in the K-pop industry.

But that’s exactly what this one-woman powerhouse has done. Since making her debut in 2008, IU has built a name for herself as a multi-talented singersongwriter and is now celebrating her 10th anniversary of debut – but her journey to stardom hasn’t been all that easy. In light of her recent commemorative concert in Singapore, we look back at some of her career highlights that have made IU into the icon she is today.

While many would’ve expected IU to start out with a cutesy concept, the young starlet went with a haunting, mystical approach for her debut EP Lost and Found, which showed off her unique ability to pull off dark themes at such a young age. But it seemed like the public wasn’t as easily convinced, which caused her album to fail commercially and her image to be shifted to a more accessible one (that would eventually coin her as the ‘Nation’s Little Sister’). In a later interview, she explained: “I’m grateful [that my first album failed].

If I had become successful as soon as I made my debut, I wouldn’t appreciate the popularity I’m enjoying now.” What else can we say, we love a humble queen!

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After a lukewarm reception to her debut album, IU sought out a new musical direction as she traded her bubblegum roots (think ‘Boo’ and ‘Marshmallow’) for a more orchestral sound in her third EP Real. Her gamble paid off – her lead single ‘Good Day’ not only propelled her to the top of the charts, but also saw her trademark “threeoctave” high note become a phenomenon amongst fellow K-pop stars. Remember when all our favourite second-gen idols were attempting to pull off this legendary note on every TV show?

PHOTO: ONE PRODUCTION

2010

2013

Showcasing a more mature and sophisticated side to her artistry, IU’s third studio

effort Modern Times was arguably the album that cemented her status as a burgeoning singer-songwriter. The result was an intriguing, musicallydiverse record that featured an eclectic blend of genres from avant-garde jazz to bossa nova stylings – all melding perfectly with one another to create a cohesive sound.

This was a significant year for IU as she started opening up about herself through her retrospective mini album Chat-Shire. Despite its commercial success, the album unfortunately got swept up in a series of controversies that led to IU issuing an apology. “I wanted to create an album that allowed me to honestly reveal myself, but because it was my first time producing, there were a lot of weak spots and I feel apologetic about it,” she addressed the issue at a concert. “While there are a lot of regrets, the album is still who I am to some extent. It’s very dear to me.”

Beyond her own catalog of chart-topping hits, IU also has plenty of noteworthy collaborations to her name.

Here are our top picks!

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It didn’t take IU long to bounce back from the setbacks. If anything, it only made her stronger than ever, which she demonstrates with what she does best: music. In what was perhaps her most personal effort yet, her fourth studio album Palette perfectly summarised her growth over the years. More impressively, it also marked her first chart-topper on Billboard World Albums – and she’s the first female K-pop solo act to do so!

2017

Fast forward to today, it’s hard to believe that IU already has a decade-long career behind her. As an anniversary gift to her beloved UAENAs, the songstress returns with the groovy alt-R&B track ’BBIBBI’, where she casually calls out her naysayers and proudly declares her independence. For an artiste who has never been afraid of pushing her own boundaries, we can’t wait to witness what new levels of success IU will accomplish in the coming years.

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‘NAGGING’ FEAT. SEULONG (2AM) Ah, the good ol’ We Got Married days.

This sweet duet never fails to hit us right in the feels!

‘A GLOOMY CLOCK’ FEAT. JONGHYUN (SHINEE) Till this day, we still get chills listening to this brilliant masterpiece by the late SHINee member.

‘PALETTE’ FEAT. G-DRAGON That moment when GD swoops in to offer advice to IU during his part...

‘SOULMATE’ FEAT. ZICO IU and Zico are a match made in collab heaven. Soulmates indeed!

Textbook

ADVOCATE FOR A CAUSE Have a cause you believe strongly in? Instead of silently waiting for change, take the initiative to voice out your opinions and highlight the issue.

There are many ways to go about doing it, be it sending out an old-fashioned letter to the representative organisation, starting an online petition, or simply posting it on social media. With the advent of technology, there’s a high chance that your message may go viral on the Internet, which makes spreading of information that much more efficient.

BE THE

Change Let 2019 be the year of championing change. Here are eight things you can do to make the world a better place, one step at a time.

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Clearing your wardrobe and finding a pile of clothes collecting dust at a corner? Donate your pre-loved threads to secondhand stores.

Organising your room and stumbling upon a stack of old textbooks?

Pass it on to lessprivileged students.

Accidentally stocked up on too many boxes of cereal? Feed needy families via a charity soup kitchen. Rather than disposing items you no longer need, consider giving them away to those who need it more. As the saying goes, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure!

TEXT: LYNETTE GOH, CHEW HUI LING

DONATE UNWANTED ITEMS

BE THE CHANGE THAT YOU WISH TO SEE IN THE WORLD.

MAKE SUSTAINABLE CHOICES You may not realise it when you’re neckdeep in retail therapy, but there’s a fair share of companies in the market that dabble in unethical practices such as slave labour and poor working conditions.

Support sustainable clothing labels like MATTER and Esse, as well as eco-friendly beauty brands like Katfood and Handmade Heroes instead. These brands are making an effort to reduce carbon footprint with ethically sourced materials and do not compromise on quality. So the next time you’re out shopping, do ample research beforehand to make a more informed purchasing decision.

– MAHATMA GANDHI

DITCH THE STRAWS Get this: we use 2.2 million straws a day, just in Singapore alone. And by 2050, chances are we might see more plastic floating in the ocean than the amount of marine life. Major corporations such as Starbucks and KFC have since implemented a no-straw policy that will be put into effect within the next few years; but change can’t happen unless we do our own part for the environment.

Make plastic sips a thing of the past by cultivating the habit of using a reusable straw, and encourage others to do the same too!

VOLUNTEER ABROAD While the rest of us are lucky enough to enjoy the luxuries of living in a firstworld country, there are people in other countries who might not even have a proper roof over their heads. If you have the time to spare, why not volunteer overseas to enrich the lives of the less fortunate?

Help build houses in a rural village, save endangered species from extinction, or teach English to disadvantaged children at an orphanage. Not sure how to get started?

Local organisations such as the Youth Corps, Habitat for Humanity and Expedition SG hold overseas programmes regularly, so hit them up!

PAY IT FORWARD LIGHTS OUT This sounds like a no-brainer, but you’ll be surprised at how many of you leave the room with the lights on. A little goes a long way, so do your part in helping to reduce energy consumption and conserve the environment. More than just light switches, don’t forget to unplug appliances when not in use, turn off your showerhead when lathering shampoo, and avoid charging your electronic devices throughout the night.

In a world that has become so vastly divided, something as small as a mere act of kindness can create a ripple effect and make a big difference. It can be something as simple as holding the door open for others, tipping your waiters during lunch or complimenting a stranger on the streets. All it takes is just a few seconds of your time to make someone else’s day, and you’ll feel so much more fulfilled knowing that you’ve done a good deed.

Spreading goodwill has never felt better!

SUPPORT LOCAL Thanks to the global popularity of Crazy Rich Asians that put our little red dot on the world map, it’s a great time to be showcasing our Singaporean pride – and what better way to embrace our roots than by supporting all things local? Check out emerging artistes at a local music festival, catch indie flicks by homegrown directors, and discover young entrepreneurs who started their own independent businesses in Singapore. We may be small, but we can do big things together!

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’GRAM&WIN! What a year 2018 has been! To thank you for all the support thus far, we rounded up over $6,500 worth of goodies just for you.

STARTING FROM 19 DECEMBER, we will be rolling out daily giveaways on our Instagram page so be sure to follow us at @teenagemagazine to find out how to win!

2 sets of HP Sprocket New Edition worth $199 each Create memories in enhanced quality with the new HP Sprocket, which takes printing up a notch with its social printing function that allows multiple friends to print with the same device simultaneously. It also introduces a new augmented reality feature, which lets you see the print and queue status in full AR glory. To sweeten the deal, this set includes a wallet case and a 50-sheet photo paper pack to get you started on your printing fun!

8 sets of Zoff hamper worth $73 each If you’re a student, chances are you probably spend most of your waking hours working on the computer day and night. But what you don’t know is that LED screens emit an unhealthy amount of blue light that can cause eye strain, stiff shoulders and even insomnia. Protect your eyes with a pair of Zoff PC Clear Pack, which is made with a special coating that reduces blue light exposure by 40 per cent. Not only does it give you clarity of vision, you’ll look stylish wearing it as well!

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’GRAM&WIN! A set of GoPro HERO6 worth $595 Looking to capture some stunning action shots? You’ll be in good hands with the GoPro HERO6, which offers the ability to record next-level footage in pin-sharp clarity thanks to its advanced video stablisation. It also shoots brilliantly in low-light conditions and zooms like a beast with its touch zoom feature. But the deal clincher is the QuikStories feature, which allows you to condense your adventures into short clips that you can easily share with the world – simply transfer your videos from the HERO6 to your phone and let the GoPro app work its magic!

5 sets of K-Palette makeup kit worth $109.50 each Up your eye makeup game with K-Palette’s bestselling Real Lasting Eyeliner and its new and improved counterpart, Real Strong Eyeliner.

Boasting a patented technology that ensures all-day staying power, these waterproof powerhouses can easily take you from day to night without having to touch-up at all.

For the brows, the J-beauty brand has you covered with its Lasting Brow Tint – which gives you fullerlooking, well-defined brows that can last up to a week. Oh, and did we mention it comes in a limited edition floral design? It’s scented like roses too!

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2018 marks the 9th year of our annual Teenage Dance Challenge (TDC ) and the competition just gets more and more impressive each year. After a nail-biting round of auditions, a total of 17 powerhouse groups across the Street Dance and K-pop Dance Cover categories took the JCube stage on 13 October to battle it out for the crowning glory.

Here’s what went down during the TDC 2018 Finals.

Al l dr essed to Can anybody sa impr ess! y squad goals?

The audience was also treated to thrilling guest performances by TDC alumni STARREseconds and dance teams from 5th Ave School of Jazz and Street Dance!

eir to cheer on th t al l the stops fanboa rds! ou d lle pu rs te ic Fer vent suppor s – bonus points for the ep fa vour ite team

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STREET DANCE

MaxQueens

Leave it to the Street Dance category to kick off the show with a bang! Armed with their head-whipping moves and jaw-dropping formations, these daredevils brought their swaggiest game to the stage.

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k-pop DANCE cover This year’s crop of K-pop hopefuls saw plenty of new faces to the competition, but they sure didn’t come emptyhanded. With their perfectly-coordinated routines and music video-worthy costumes, they had the crowd fanchanting along to every performance as they sashayed away to the tunes of BTS, Wanna One, BLACKPINK and more!

O-CEAN

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Flaming hot ou tfits on point!

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k-pop Dance cover

Congratulations to all the winning teams!

Street Dance (Rookie)

Street Dance (open)

Winner: REVOLT

Winner: D’Kingsman

1st Runner-up: QU55 N Most Popular Dance Group

2nd

e Junior : Naekadiz p u er n n u R

Winner: Tea mGenie

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HENA 1s t Runner-up: AT

1st Runner-up: Fact ion

2nd Runner-

4t h Runner-up:

3rd Runner-up: REKAP

2nd Runner-up: M axQueens

up: KGX

See you guys next year!

artistic principal kim dong hyoung

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artistic principal kim dong hyoung

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