Here's what's happening around the Web this morning:

Is Leighton Meester the New Face of Missoni?
Ready for some hot "Gossip?" The actress and model is rumored to be fronting a new campaign for the Italian fashion house. Well, she can't let Serena have all the fun with Chanel.
[Elle UK]

Royal Engagement Photos Were Retouched Minimally
Kate may be the kind of gal who does her own makeup, but she won't say no to a little Photoshop. William's office has confirmed the light balance and contrast were adjusted before the offical portraits were released.
[AP]

Karl Lagerfeld To Star in Volkswagen Commercial
Karl Lagerfeld, car aficionado? The outspoken designer got on the other side of the camera to star in a Volkswagen commercial which breaks in Germany next week.
[WWD]

Natalie Portman Opens Up About Extreme Dieting, Lesbian Sex Scene In Vogue
The Golden Globe nominee divulges her hummus obsession and views on vulgarity in Vogue's January issue, while looking ethereal in the accompanying spread.
[Vogue]

Eight Hours of Sleep Really Improves Your Looks
Sleep in tomorrow and you'll look much more attractive than your sleep-deprived counterpart. And don't feel guilty about it since scientists say it's OK.
[Daily Mail]

Rihanna Debuts Brown Locks
The fashion chameleon has rocked every hairstyle under the sun, from spiral curls to straight extensions. Now she's ditched her red hue and stepped out with a more sedate, brunette pixie cut.
[People StyleWatch]

Temperley London Comes Back To London For Fashion Week
She'll be missed! Alice Temperley takes her label, celebrating its 10 year anniversary in 2011, back to London for Fashion Week.
[Vogue UK]

Scarlett Johannson, Ryan Reynolds Split Up
Early Christmas present: two hotties suddenly back on the market. After over two years of marriage, Ryan Reynolds and ScarJo have called it quits.
[US Weekly]