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Born out of New York City ball culture and drag shows, the dance form of voguing has become a staple in LGBTQ communities, especially in queer communities of color. Now, multiple sub-categories such as old way, new way and vogue femme have made their way from the underground to competitions around the world. Here’s a few of the back-breaking moves that make voguing a craft to be respected and a dance to be celebrated.

11 Back-Breaking Vogue Clips That Will Make Your Jaw Drop  was originally published on globalgrind.com

1. Feminine Destruction Herrera vs. Buffy Revlon

Hand work to live by.

2. Dashaun Wesley

A master at work.

3. Javier Ninja

The new way stretch.

4. Leiomy Maldonado

Legendary moves.

5. Katrina Ebony

Epic hair control.

6. Jasmine

Hair whipping agility.

7. Ladonna vs. Mariah

And pose, and dip!

8. Divo vs. Davon

A death drop for the ages.