A toggle is an elongated button in the shape of a bar (traditionally wood or horn), fastened by threading it through a loop of cord or fabric. The best-known use of the toggle is the duffle coat, where a row of such fastenings became the signature of the style. A toggle is convenient in that it is easy to fasten even in mittens, so historically it comes from marine and military clothing meant for cold and awkward conditions. Besides function, a toggle is an expressive decorative detail with a 'marine', slightly retro and sporty character. It is made of wood, horn, plastic or metal. A toggle is a functional-decorative fastening detail, in which an elongated bar-button with a loop combines practical convenience (easy to fasten) with a characteristic 'marine', retro charm forever tied to the classic duffle coat.
