shoulder strap

Any kind of strap that hangs from the shoulder, or encircles one shoulder.

If it has a buckle and goes diagonally from one shoulder to the waist on the opposite side, use shoulder belt instead.

Should not be used for spaghetti straps, bra straps in general, or for strap slips. Not to be confused with epaulettes.

Examples

weapon on back

fanny pack

shoulder bag

strap between breasts

Non-examples

shoulder belt: Similar but it's a belt with a buckle instead

chest strap: Doesn't hang from the shoulder

strap slip

spaghetti strap: Thin strap used in a feminine clothing

bra strap

epaulettes: Similar to shoulder pads on a military uniform

See also

• Sam Browne belt
• shoulder belt
• chest strap