You can certainly have fun with novelty measuring cups, but if what you're really wanting is a set that will last a lifetime (or two), take a look at these stainless steel ones from Hudson Essentials.

Made from single pieces of 18/8 stainless steel — no seams to snap apart or catch gunk in! — these six measuring cups are not only very sturdy and dishwasher safe, they're also marked inside and out with partial measurement lines for added convenience. For instance, the ¾ cup also has ½ and ¼ lines, which is handy when you're trying to use the same cup for multiple things in a row, or it's the only clean one you've got on hand.

My favorite feature however is that each one stands upright on the counter when empty, even the smallest one! My old plastic set could never say that. And lastly, the thumb indentions on the handles and little pouring spouts are certainly nice touches as well.

Get this six-cup set for $20 on Amazon and never look back.