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In news that will surprise exactly no one, NBC's Fashion Star reality show has been cancelled. Though the rules were confusing, and the designs weren't great, and Jessica Simpson was Jessica Simpson, Fashion Star was revolutionary that it was the first truly shoppable TV show. We're willing to bet there's more where that came from—hopefully with better musical guests next time around. [Fashionista]
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