13 Sophisticated Lunch Boxes for Adults Who Are All Grown Up
Get that back-to-school feeling, without all the homework.
Whether you’re heading back into the office, or stocking up on supplies for upcoming picnics, tote your lunch in style with these stylish alternatives to the classic brown paper bag.
Baggu Puffy Lunch Bag
Heading out with drinks and snacks? Pack those frosty goods in a puffy lunch bag. It's insulated to keep your lunch, snacks and other treats cool and cushioned. Everything will be chill :-)
ShopW&P Porter Bowl
An ultralight lunch container, perfect for transporting your salad, grain bowl, or leftovers—wherever life may take you.
ShopPicnic Time Urban Lunch Bag
Lunchbox, but then make it fashion. And voilà: You get this gorgeous little number that looks good no matter where you’re toting it around. Naturally, it’s got a smart design, with an insulated cooler on bottom and a dry compartment on top.
ShopCalpak Insulated Lunch Bag
Everything you need—and so much more. Our Insulated Lunch Bag keeps all your essentials fresh for quick lunch breaks from work or picnics with friends. This reusable waterproof lunch bag features a wipeable interior for easy cleanliness multiple pockets inside and out for maximum organization. Pack it full, pull the drawstring shut, and you’re out the door.
ShopBlack + Blum Stackable Lunch Box
Our on-the-go meals are reaching new heights, thanks to this stack-happy lunch box that’s brimming with clever details. Shall we count the ways we love it?
ShopECOlunchbox Three-in-One Classic
Our Three-in-One is a three-piece nesting bento lunch box set. This nifty bento container makes it easy to pack a variety of foods and keep them all separate - and safe from squishing! Our Three-in-One is perfect packing a healthy entree and two side dishes.
ShopThe Somewhere Co. Modern Printed Lunch Bag
If you need us, we’ll be planning a week’s worth of lunches—that’s how excited we are to tote these printed snack bags around. They’re coming in patterns aplenty so every on-the-go meal can turn into something special.
ShopStojo 24 Oz. Box
The perfect size to grab and go, our 24 oz. box keeps you fueled anywhere. Bring leftovers to work, snacks to the park, or pack the perfect sandwich to go. Unlike plastic baggies, the Stojo Box keeps your sandwiches from smooshing and single-use bags out of landfills.
ShopMepal Modern Large Bento Box
Stack and snack. It’s time to upgrade your lunch-to-go: These Dutch-designed beautiful bentos are big enough to hold a full meal’s worth of leftovers, or a pic-worthy not sad desk lunch that doesn’t leave your belly growling for more. Each of the components is microwave-safe, so you can pop your potatoes in for a hot minute while you enjoy your fruit salad. And when you’re done? Yep, it’s dishwasher-safe, too.
ShopStainless Steel Tiffin Lunch Box
Our lunches are stacking up to the competition like never before. Why pack a tiffin? Well, it’ll keep your sandwiches in their tastiest, unsquished form. You won’t have to buy any more single-use paper or plastic lunch baggies or containers. And it’ll keep everything—salad, grains, sauces, dessert, yogurt, dips—right where it needs to be. Made from lightweight (yet very sturdy) stainless steel, it comes apart like a dream at the end of the day for no-fuss cleanup in a little hot soapy water. A two-tiered, tiffin is just right for your weekday lunch, while a three-tiered tiffin is perfect for a picnic with a pal (just don't forget the cookies). Now get packing.
ShopModern Picnic The Luncher
A modern reinvention of the traditional lunchbox made of a premium vegan leather exterior with an insulated interior in a chic and classic silhouette.
ShopMepal Duo Lunch Box
Smarter desk lunches ahead. The conundrum with packing a Not Sad Desk Lunch is how to pack one without it taking up your entire backpack between the container, utensils, and any number of small jars for toppings, dressings, and the like. This clever lunchbox solves the problem of too many jars, thanks to the built-in storage space hidden in the lid of the container. Pack your sandwich or salad in the main container, then pop open the lid to store a handful of cherry tomatoes, a roll or a couple of rice cakes, and a fork and knife (because there’s no easier way to make a desk lunch feel instantly civilized than real cutlery). The lunchbox also comes with a mini container for dressings or toppings that also fits inside the lid compartment. The base is microwave-safe, and the whole thing is freezer- and dishwasher-safe, and a strap fits snugly over the lid to keep everything sealed in, so you’re not crying over spilt salad in your bag.
ShopHydroflask Large Insulated Lunch Box
Lunch is an important part of every day. From quick bites on-the-go to lunch breaks in the park, it’s the meal that powers us through the rest of the day. That’s why we created the ultimate lunch box, featuring maximum insulation to keep contents cold for hours. The sleek, modern design is ready for the office and a durable build is fit for weekend outings. A fully lined interior makes for super easy cleanup, and a flexible handle makes for a comfortable carry—wherever your lunch break takes you.
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