I didn't ever read the rules very carefully because I don't participate, but someone on Twitter pointed this out. The very first rule says:

Entrants must create the image(s) using digital graphics software or by capturing a photo of the artwork using the template provided. (Required)

So yeah. I retract my earlier statement about poor wording. People just flat out did not read or follow instructions.

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I hope they make a lot of these all at once like they have done in the past. It would be really nice to have a ton of new hairstyles to choose from going into DT. I know it's not likely considering the timeframe, but a girl can dream.