Hey kids! Don’t let lunch lines get you down this back-to-school season. Skip the cafeteria food and tote your midday meal to school in one of these snazzy lunch boxes.
For the classic kid: Nothing says back-to-school quite like the timeless look of a retro metal lunch box. Add some personalized details and a touch of preppy charm, and you’re all set for a fabulous academic year. We love Suddenly Pink’s nautical effort–totally stylish and totally customizable!
$36, etsy.com/shop/SuddenlyPink
For the nature lover: Start the school year off right with an eco-chic lunch bag from Blue Avocado emblazoned with cheery birds. Choose from a wide array of patterns and delight in the fact that these terrific toters are all made from 50% post-consumer recycled materials. Not to mention, each Blue Avocado lunch bag is guaranteed to keep your munchies chilled for up to six hours!
$9.99, blueavocado.com
For the sassy scholar: Let your little one express their sense of personal style, while keeping things positive and fun with a cheeky lunch bag from Sanrio’s wildest penguin, Bad Badtz-Maru. This insulated bag–which comes complete with a separate food container and removable strap–is decked out in funky plaid and an endearing Bad Badtz graphic.
$32, sanrio.com
For the retro enthusiast: In another adorable twist on the classic metal lunch tin, Huset-Shop’s Blafre Thermos and Lunch Box feature subtle graphics with an artsy touch that harken back to a bygone era. The durable frame keeps snacks intact, and the whimsical exterior adds some cheer to the school day.
$20, huset-shop.com
