Cool Box-8 Best Adult Lunch Bags for men
Let's face it-we all love to take off from our desks when the clock hits high noon and bust out of the building for food. Dining out makes for a great quiet time break for those who need downtime, or creates a great opportunity to socialize with your like-minded coworkers. Although opting for a restaurant lunch is great on occasion, it is a proven fact that packing your own meals is much more cost-effective and typically healthier. Why not save a hundred bucks a month? A nice lunch made at home will run around $5 to $10-less than a "cheap" fast food meal would cost.
If the reason for brown-bagging your lunch has nothing to do with costs and more to do with image, we get you. Lunchboxes are usually tailored towards children (Batman metal box, anyone?) or styled to look like a woman's accessory. For some lunchbox inspiration that is suitable for a grown-up man, check out the list below of our 8 favorite functional choices.
Kaufmann Mercantile Canvas Lunch Bag
For a rustic, outdoorsy, and completely practical vibe, the lunch bag by Kaufmann Mercantile should be your go-to for both convenience and style. A handmade, waxed canvas bag featuring leather straps with brass buckles will keep you looking trendy, while still holding onto minimalistic styling due to its roll-down format. Reinforced stitching lets this bag stand upright even when opened, and space-saving cleanup is a breeze by rolling it up and fastening it with the featured straps and buckles. The waxed cotton exterior keeps water out, and a simple wipe down will clean it just fine. The bag is also multifunctional, so it can be used as a standard carrying bag when you are not at the office.
Kosox Original Oxford Lunch Box
A more standardized, modern-looking lunchbox option, the original Oxford lunch box by Kosox will take good care of your meal. A high-grade Oxford cloth exterior with a non-toxic PEVA foil lining inside creates a thermal insulation to keep your food warm or cold. Both fabric and zipper are waterproof, meaning no soggy lunches on a less than desirable rainy day. Collapsible interior walls work as food dividers, or they can be removed if you choose to pack your lunch freelance style. Antimicrobial features on the interior keep away odor and bacteria growth. With ten color and pattern choices to pick from, this lunch box does its job while looking good too.
Hango Insulated Lunch Box Cooler
Another more straightforward design, the Hango insulated lunch box cooler has a simple but stylish look that looks more like an accessory than lunch pail. Made from high-density polyester 300D and a high-performance thermal insulation, your food will remain at the ideal temperature all day. The best part is that it comes as a two-sized kit: for days when you are making lunch for yourself (smaller bag), or days when you are extra generous and bring snacks for the whole team (larger bag).
L.L.Bean Lunchbox
L.L.Bean is a well-known name in the backpack scene and brings that niche influence into its ever so popular lunchbox. Sporting the same tough packcloth you'd expect from a quality school bag, this lunchbox is BPA free and definitely more spacious than meets the eye. An internal mesh pocket is a perfect fit for an icepack, and the lunchbox itself is easily transportable. L.L.Bean's lunchbox comes in a variety of colors and designs to keep up with your fashion sense and is favorably priced.
Built NY Bento Sandwich Container with Neoprene Sleeve
If slim and minimalistic is your go-to style, reach for this Bento sandwich container by Built. A dishwasher safe sandwich container is securely zipped into a Neoprene sleeve with a handy wrist strap attached. Neoprene isn't just for wetsuits; it is extremely insulating and durable while protecting against spills and accidental drops. Also, the sleeve is machine washable in the event of a messy chow down session (it happens to the best of us).
Everest Cooler Lunch Bag
Everest is no stranger in making quality lunchboxes that last a lifetime. This simple knapsack-looking cooler is insulated with an interior vinyl lining. The front zippered pockets make for a great place to store utensils or extra wrapped snacks, and dual mesh pockets on either side can hold small cans or bottles. An adjustable strap provides another way to carry it for those days when the office comes home with you. This bag is easily transitional from the office lunch tote to a "weekend at the park" snack holder.
EasyLunchboxes Insulated Cooler Bag
Made from high-quality 300D polyester, the insulated lunch box cooler by EasyLunchboxes is a durable and incredibly spacious option. A shockingly deep interior comfortably fits your sandwich container, a thermos, a beverage, an icepack and some snacks to boot. For those of us with hearty appetites, our food options are unlimited. When all has been consumed, the cooler bag folds flat for easy cleanup and storage.
MIER Insulated Lunch Box
For those who take their lunchtime seriously, there is the insulated lunchbox by MIER. Two separate compartments keep your cold and warm items separate, so no longer do you have to pick between a warmed chili and fresh pasta salad again. A roomy zippered top makes an ideal place for dry snacks, while the front zipper pocket can easily hold utensils or personal items. The PEVA lining easily wipes clean while keeping everything insulated. Comes with a handle and a shoulder strap for two ways to transport.
