Top 5 Picnic Bags and Baskets

Business and Pleasure Premium Cooler Bag 

1. Colour Block Party: This 70s styled cooler bag is guaranteed to keep it cool. With utilitarian umbrella fabric that's mold, water and UV coated, you can enjoy this beautiful cooler bag for years to come. Just add lemonade and a copy of Pet Sounds for the ultimate summer vibes. 

 

Tiba & Marl Arlo Camo Lunch Bag

2. Camouflage to Really Stand Out: Now you see it, now you don't! This camouflage lunch box is perfect for little ones to keep their own snacks in, it features elasticated sections to keep drinks upright and it's own cutlery pocket. It also matches The Adventurer Bucket Hat perfectly! Next stop, adventure.  

 

 

Polarbox Retro Style Cooler via Amazon 

3. Retro Realness: Get the ultimate Mid-Century look with this retro style cooler from Polarbox. You might not use the same ingredients for a day out that the cast of Mad Men would, but there's no reason you can't enjoy the impeccable vintage aesthetic. When not in use it looks good enough to keep out in the kitchen as storage!

 

John Lewis Picnic Tote Bag 

4. The Need for Tweed: And now for something completely different...! This John Lewis picnic bag comes with leather detailing in a herringbone type fabric, perfect for lovers of sophisticated and classic style. Wipe clean insulated interiors keeps all your snacks in perfect order. 

 

Wicker Basket for Four, Oliver Bonas 

5: Life's a Picnic:  Absolutely a bit of a luxury item, but who can resist the allure of a wicker picnic basket? While it might not be the most practical of those featured, there is something so nostalgic and whimsical about a picnic basket. Complete with plates and cutlery, it includes everything needed for the perfect day out.  

 

Bear Skin Picnic Blanket via Trouva

And the prize for "item that isn't a picnic basket but it was too cute not to feature is..." *drumroll*... this gingham bear picnic blanket. It's so nice I can hardly bear it (I'll be here all week!)! It folds up neatly and has a water resistant underside to keep clean. Keep it in the boot of your car for impromptu beach trips, picnics and camp outs! 

 

What are your go-to picnic essentials? Show us your adventures on social media! 

 

 

 

Author Emma Watson founder of Little Hotdog Watson

Little Hotdog Watson is a kidswear brand with a difference. We make kids hats unlike any other by combining style + innovation. Our sun hats offer triple protection from UV, Mosquitoes and Overheating, while our winter hats are water resistant, reflective and extra cosy. Take a look at our hats here.