The January LBD Blogger Awards

What: Beauty and style Why: In this perfectly pink blog journalist Emma May Langridge gives advice about her favourite tried and tested beauty products. From hair rollers to lipgloss and gorgeously intriguing ‘how to' beauty and hair tips with step-by-step photos too, getting ready in the morning will never be the same again! Where: everythingemmamay.blogspot.co.uk

What: Fashion and lifestyle Why: This beautifully designed blog was founded by Laetitia Wajnapel in 2007, and is an abundant source of everything from fashion and travel to menswear and inspirational sources. Whether you're listening to Team Robot's Babetime podcast or perusing their Thing of the Week (this week's clutch bag is a velvet-metallic dream!) Mademoiselle Robot is sure to entertain you. Where: mademoisellerobot.com

What: Baking Why: This blog is about to make your taste buds implode. Sabrina Sue is home to some great, very creative, very delicious recipes which make for fantastic winter treats. This clean-cut, creative blog will not only entice you with it's tantalising photography (Nutella pop puffs, on sticks, in milk bottles — fantastic!) that provides step-by-step help with her recipes, but she also provides Heston style food that even an amateur baker can pull off. Where: sabrinasue.blogspot.com

What: Shoes Why: A online shoe heaven, 5 inch and up is a sumptuous showcase of beautiful shoes and quirky jewellery. Creator Sandra Hagelstam's fashionable outfits are in such high demand she's even paired up with clothing site nelly.com to create her own individual range. Please be our shopping buddy, Sandra!? Where: 5inchandup.blogspot.co.uk

What: Fashion, music and design Why: Expect a little bit of everything from nail art tips and jewellery reviews to advice on where to get your bike pump from. Whether blogging duo Queen Marie and Queen Michelle are telling us about their latest shoe obsession, 'royal appointments' they've attended or filling us in on designers we wish we knew about, it's always stylishly written and charmingly illustrated. Where: kingdomofstyle.typepad.co.uk

What: Culture Why: Alexsandra is an architect with a passion for photography and art but she could write about anything for all we care, because her photography skills make looking at this blog a dream. A must-see for vintage fans and budding designers. Where: littledailymiracles.com

What: Fashion and beauty Why: The Agoraphobic Fashionista is not only a inspirational story but a fabulous source for fashion and beauty news and tips. And this girl can work her velvet and lace — we approve! Where: theagoraphobicfashionista.blogspot.co.uk

What: Weddings Why: If you're getting married, and no doubt a little frustrated with the planning, relax because this blog is about to make things a lot simpler. The vast array of images, colour schemes and idyllic locations will inspire a torrent of ideas to get your wedding well on its way. And even if you're not preparing for life as a Mrs there are some chic décor and party planning tips! Where: elizabethannedesigns.com

What: Fashion Why: This blog is perfect for those looking to inject a little Sex and the City style in to their wardrobe. Here Jenny blogs about her day-to-day outfits which are a mixture of glam, preppy and sophisticated and include a number of super chic LBDs. Whatever your budget or fashion taste Jenny will inspire ways of dressing that you never even thought of. Oh and she has the most enviable shoe-drobe we have ever laid eyes on! Where: crazystylelove.com

What: Fashion, DIY and thriftiness Why: Feathers and Freckles is so much more than your typical fashion blog. Team LBD love the originality of a fashion website based on clothes bought at thrift stores, and you really wouldn't guess because these outfits are chic and current. Not only is Megan thrifty in the fashion department but she's nifty with arts and crafts too; check out her DIY section for guides to making bobby pins, tea bags, bath soak and more. Where: feathersfreckles.blogspot.co.uk