Obsessing: Lunch Boxes

I know I'm not the only one who's noticed the overwhelming array of fabulous, reusable lunch containers and boxes. I have spent the better part of the summer studying these options, and I am still trying to decide. Since I did all that research, I thought I'd pass it along. But, if you're anything like me and my sister, be warned. Trying to pick the cutest possible lunch containers for your little ones can be highly addictive. Don't say I didn't warn you.

Personalized Retro Metal Lunch Boxes: Irrestable, even though they rust. I bought the "Girls Dreams" one from Frecklebox for Lola. link and link

Goodbyn Lunchboxes: These clever plastic boxes contain five compartments for easy, waste-free lunch packing, and the stickers allow your kids to customize them! http://www.dailycandy.com/kids/everywhere/article/71458/Pack+Rat

Bento Boxes and Tiffins: Sigh. These have, tragically, become a true obsession. They are just so darned cute. But I wanted a lunch box as well, rather than the sac that comes with them, so I bought a bento from a Japanese Ebay store and am hoping that it fits in Lola's lunch box. Neither have arrived yet, so I will let you know! Once I start googling them, I can't stop...
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Kids Konserve: A whole system of waste-free lunch accessories, including insulated sacks, sandwich wrappers, stainless food containers and water bottles, all in fun coordinating prints. link

Laptop Lunches: An American take on Bentos. More practical, maybe, but not nearly as cute. Still, these are a great option if cute little Japanese characters aren't your thing! link

Pottery Barn Kids: Pottery Barn always seems to strike a fabulous balance between looks and practicality, and their McKenzie Lunch Bags and food storage containers are a great example of this. Too cute! link