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If the Rubber Duck line of Snowjogger boots conjures up memories of kindergarten classroom cubbyholes, mitten strings and wiggling into your snowpants on a linoleum floor, you’re not alone. An outer shell in neutral or multi-coloured nylon/suede gives the cozy footwear two toasty feet up over has-been Uggs in the practicality and nostalgia departments. It’s early to suggest winter gear, but there’s an army of Toronto tweens ready to buy out the trend if you don’t shop fast. $100, available October 1 at Holt Renfrew (50 Bloor West, 416-922-2333), www.rubberduckbrand.com.