Fitting Guide | What is a bra J-hook?
What is...
a bra J-hook?
Have you ever noticed that some bras have an extra little hook on their shoulder straps, and wondered what it is? That little thing is called a J-hook, and we’re about to tell you all about them, what they do, and why you might benefit from one!
What is a bra J-hook?
A bra’s J-hook is an additional hook and clip on the shoulder straps that can be clipped and unclipped at any time and are most commonly found on T-shirt bras and sports bras.
What does a bra’s J-hook do?
The J-hook on a bra has a couple of purposes. They’re known to give added support while also converting the straps into a racerback position.
A bra J-hook can increase the support and lift given by a bra, as it pulls the straps central between your shoulders and therefore gives a bigger surface area to spread the weight of your bust across. This can also provide relief for those who experience shoulder pain when their straps are just straight over the shoulders.
The J-hook on a bra allows you to clip the straps into a racerback position, meaning you can hide bra straps under tank tops or other narrow-backed designs. Being able to clip your bra this way is also a great feature for those with narrow or sloping shoulders who find their shoulder straps constantly slip off!
There are a couple of types of bra J-hooks: those that are combined into the adjustable sliders of the bra’s shoulder straps, and J-hooks that are separate and can be moved up and down the bra strap to a position that best suits you.
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Anyone can wear a bra that features a J-hook! As we mentioned previously, they’re particularly great for those who have narrow or sloping shoulders and struggle with their bra straps slipping down. If you’re looking for added support and uplift, then a bra style that features a J-hook is the one for you.
What are the benefits of a J-hook on a bra?
Anyone can wear a bra that features a J-hook! As we mentioned previously, they’re particularly great for those who have narrow or sloping shoulders and struggle with their bra straps slipping down. If you’re looking for added support and uplift, then a bra style that features a J-hook is the one for you.
- Increased support and lift, especially great for sports bras
- J-hooks reduce pressure on your shoulders by distributing the weight of your bust over a larger area
- They convert your bra straps to a racerback to hide them under tank tops
- A J-hook can help prevent your shoulder straps from slipping off throughout the day
So there we have it – now you know all there is to know about J-hooks and have solved the mystery of those extra clips on some bra straps!
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