Photog Terry Richardson snapped this pic of this customized chair in the Interview magazine office. [Terry’s Diary]

Finally, a chance for normal people to represent: United Colors of Benetton is holding a global casting competition for its spring campaign, and they’re looking for non-models to do the job. All you have to do is build your profile by uploading your best pics—at least one close-up and one full-length—and explain a little bit about why you’re awesome. (That should be the easy part.) Then, browse the community to vote for other interesting faces. One-hundred finalists will go to New York to be whittled down to 20 by a group of judges. So, what are they looking for? “Something different, something unconventional, something surprising, something real. It’s not just how you look but how you are.” Which means you probably fit in there somehow, right? Submit your entry by March 16. [Casting.Benetton.com]

Run, run for your lives! Cologne-doused, shirtless Abercrombie & Fitch models are coming after the people of Japan! While this may sound like the plot of a bad spoof movie, it’s not too far off from the truth. (OK, well, not quite.) Apparently, the retailer has set up its first outpost in Japan, and the culture clash has been unexpectedly—and hilariously—problematic.

The Gap and Keds are as American as capitalism and the Electoral College, so it’s about time the two fashion entities get together to create a line of all-American footwear. The shoes will be designed by Gap’s Patrick Robinson and will be right in-step with the faded denim and pastels that will be big this summer. (Don’t worry if you’re more of a glam girl, because Keds has also teamed up with Alice + Olivia for a limited-edition sparkle line.) There’s no word regarding prices of the Gap-inspired line, but the shoes will debut in the summer most likely at a pop-up shop in NYC, which means they’re sure to hit eBay shortly after for those of you in other parts of the country. [Racked]

Want to break out of the red lip box? So do I. I’m sort of over it (or at least over telling you about it). Today, I’m all about bright orange lips for spring—well, bright orange-with-a-hint-of-red lips, that is. They achieve the same wowsa-look-at-her-lips reaction, which were all over the runways for spring, and now Rachel Zoe is getting in on the action! (Check out Chloe Sevigny, above; she’s a major orange lip fan.) So what orange lipstick/gloss should you pick? Try Make Up For Ever Lip Gloss #2, says Zoe. And for $12, it’s worth the beauty risk! [Zoe Report]

We found Tyrina Neely, 24, standing out at Bob Marley’s 60th birthday celebration in Nassau, Bahamas. She’s both sleek and flashy in high-waisted jean leggings, a short and natural ‘do, great big accessories and snappy gladiators. Looking stylish is actually her full-time job: She runs her own virtual fashion network, Primadona.

Even though I have no plans to get hitched myself at the moment, wedding dresses are very much on my mind right now. Our blogger Nina is presently searching for one, as is my dear friend Courtney, and another pal is actively not searching yet because she’s too intimidated by the entire process. Another, erm, “acquaintance” who has settled on a fiancé but not a gown is Chelsea Clinton, whom Hillary said (in a recent CNN interview) wasn’t quite there yet.

Why is the search so damn frustrating? Maybe the problem is with the bridal gown market in general. Here’s one solution.

Hey guys, as much as we try, we can’t be everywhere all at once, which helps explain how we missed a spot in our “Valentine’s Day” premiere gallery. Who is Anna Kulinova? We have not a clue. But when it comes to fashion sense, maybe she is the new Bjork. [Dlisted]

Not only is Google trying to take over the entire world, but they’re also attempting to invade your closets. Apparently, the Internet giant is selling some rather high-fashion goods in its Google Store. This small trio of items represents the winners of the Vogue/CDFA competition in which, “Each [designer] was asked to create a one-of-a-kind item that was inspired by Google, whether it be the logo’s colors, technology, or access to information ... ”

Cool idea, yet the products are pretty pricey and don’t offer enough innovation in aesthetics for us to drop the $85 on a t-shirt, $300 for a knit scarf, or $200 for a magnifying glass necklace. However, the proceeds do go back to the CFDA to support emerging designers. What do you think? [Huffington Post]

Happy almost-Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re single or taken, The Frisky wants to be your Valentine. Look for a contest each day leading up to Feb. 14. Prizes will include makeup, books, lingerie, jewelry, and more, but each one only lasts a day—enter now!

If you’ve never heard of Booty Parlor, then saddle up. They carry a bunch of sexy products and gifts and have advisers who throw parties all over the country. You can even book your own if you’re in the mood (find out how here). Wanna get your hands on the goods for free? They’ve put together a custom Love Kit exclusively for Frisky readers that includes the Don’t Stop Massage Candle ($36), Naughty Ballerina Crotchless Panty ($26), Skin Honey ($22), Bath Kitten Kit ($49), Don’t Stop Solid Perfume ($16), Get Flushed Sexy Lip and Cheek Tint ($14), and more, in a pretty box that’s ready to gift, but we won’t blame you if you keep it for yourself.

WIN THIS! We’re giving away one custom Booty Parlor Love Kit, but you have to work if you want it. Share your most essential sexytime essentials in the comments by 3:39 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 10. We’ll pick our favorite response and announce the winner. You must live in the U.S. or Canada to win. Good luck!

The last time we heard from Louis Vuitton, they were offering $2,000 garbage bag purses. What’s next? A bag that monitors your emotions for you. In theory—and we do mean “theory”—the bag will “feel what you feel” while you take your walkabout. A jewelry accessory attached to the bag features a heart and emotion monitor that sends your location and heart rate to your smart phone, thereby creating a “heartbeat path” that maps the emotional changes throughout your journey. I’m not sure what the point of this device is? I suppose it depends on what you’re doing. If you’re shopping? Eh. But if you’re on your way to meet your valentine? It could be kind of sweet. [FER-OZ]

This month’s Italian Vogue came out emblazoned with an all-caps rallying cry for all the “individuals” out there. Oddball models Jamie Bochert and Agyness Deyn pose poutily on either side of crazy-dressing heiress Daphne Guinness and for a second we were a bit heartened. Daphne isn’t even a model! There’s a cowboy hat involved! Yes, we see some thigh and midriff, but everyone’s relatively clothed! Oh, but wait: all three have matching dark brown hair and are roughly the size of a twig. Couple this new, pseudo-unique Italian Vogue cover with the naked LOVE mag images—which claimed to be all about showing different sized beautiful people but featured only tall, thin models—floating around the net lately and it looks like we have an icky trend on our hands: Magazines are simply jumping on the individuality bandwagon without actually committing to the ideology.

Rihanna was accused of trying to be a mini Beyonce early in her career. Remember the long, honey blonde hair? But then RiRi got a little punky around the time Sasha Fierce was allowed to come out more and more. And while Rihanna and Bey look nothing alike now, you can’t deny that Rihanna took a few cues about stage presence, leotards, and crazy accessories from Beyonce. Now, though, it seems Rihanna is looking across the pond for some style inspiration, and she has her binoculars fixed on M.I.A. Check out this photo and another one after the jump from Rihanna’s “Rude Boy” video, and tell me those stripes and the mood of the outfits don’t look familiar. [Def Jam Recordings]