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Forget the days of bulky wicker baskets or wasteful, single-use serving ware. Today’s picnic gear makes it easy to travel light while maintaining some style. Toast the warmer temps and lounge on the green a little longer with these well-designed, portable goods.

Lotus Backpack Cooler

Nix the bulky, hard-sided ice chests with this hybrid cooler backpack. Holding up to 24 cans or 2 wine bottles and 18 cans, the insulated pack has room for extra snacks and essentials, while the side pockets can also accommodate 32-ounce sport canteens. With adjustable padded straps and a full-zip closure, transporting chilled goods has never been easier. $179.95, corkcicle.com

Portable Mug

W&P has amassed a cult following for its confetti-patterned drinkware, which includes these endearingly squat glasses, perfect for wine or cocktails. Soft silicone wrapped over borosilicate glass—plus a splash-resistant lid—creates an easy takeaway situation. And the pastel color options make a tasteful replacement for red plastic cups. $25, wandp.com

Stainless-Steel Tiffin Lunchbox

Pack up fresh garnishes and charcuterie alike with these trendy-yet-utilitarian stackable lunchboxes. Their lightweight stainless-steel build (with either two or three tiers) makes them ultra-packable, while the metal handles with buckle latches keep everything securely in place. $24/2-tier, $28/3-tier, food52.com

On The Rocks Print Bottle Tote

Easily transport up to half a dozen bottles in style with this graphic-designed tote bag patterned with classic rocks glasses, from Brooklyn designer Meg Moorhouse. The six deep interior pockets make room for beverages of any sort, along with other goods that may need to be organized en route. $40, loveandvictory.com

Admiral Double Opener Corkscrew

Don’t be caught bottle-in-hand with no way to open your beverages. This double-duty wine key and bottle opener features a foil cutter and a double-hinged arm for those peskier corks. And it’s crafted from durable stainless steel with a wood-inlay handle. $19.99, viski.com

Pendleton Packable Blanket

Don’t stress over spilled wine on this liquid-resistant (and machine washable) blanket, which effortlessly folds into a lightweight, stylish bag ready for spontaneous lounging. With deep pockets and adjustable straps, the blanket unfolds to 6 by 5 feet of picnic-ready space. $29.99, costco.com

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