A bra may seem simple, but in reality, it is also a clothing item full of complex designs. Understanding bras is the first step in choosing a good bra! The names and functions of each part of the bra are worth a look! Mastering these skills is essential for choosing a bra that suits you better.
Schematic diagram of the names of each part of the bra:

1. Shoulder strap: The length can be freely adjusted, and the cup can be lifted by the shoulders to provide support during the wearing process of the chest;
2. Adjustment buckle: Generally, the adjustment buckle for bras is used in combination with 08 or 89 buckles, which can adjust the length of the shoulder strap.
3. Rim: In bras, it is a metal ring that connects the shoulder strap to the bra, also known as a 0 buckle in professional terms.
4. Clamp bend: Parents with accessory breasts must pay attention when purchasing this product. It is positioned on the arm to provide fixed support for collecting and placing accessory breasts.
5. Cup top: It is the most important part of a brassiere, which has the function of protecting the breasts and improving appearance.
6. Undercup: Another important part of a bra that supports the breasts.
7. Ear: It is the position where the cup is connected to the shoulder strap.
8. Upper edge of cup: This is also something to pay special attention to when purchasing a bra. The upper edge of the cup covers the upper breast inside the cup, and its function is to prevent excessive chest undulation due to exercise.
9. Chicken heart: located in the middle of the bra, it has a shaping effect. Many parents have bras that climb on top of them, which may be a problem with the chicken heart position. How to judge the quality? The editor will provide illustrations one by one in the later stage.
10. Lower scraping; Used to support the cup, the function is to prevent breast sagging, and can slowly move excess fat into the breast. Parents who have problems with fat and sagging must pay attention to observation.

11. Post comparison: The function is also to help the cup support the chest and fix the position of the bra. Generally, high-quality bras will use materials with higher elastic strength in this area.
12. Glue bone: It is the middle part of the connection between the lower part and the lower part, usually made of gum material, which also plays a role in shaping.
13. Side ratio: refers to the side of a bra, which also plays a shaping role.
14. Hook: You should be familiar with this and can adjust it according to the size of the lower chest circumference. Generally, there are three looseness options to choose from.
15. Upper binding: It is to wrap the side breasts inside the bra, using elastic materials to provide fixation.
16. Steel ring: This is something that everyone is quite familiar with. It is usually made of metal, which surrounds the breast half way and has the function of supporting and improving the shape and positioning of the breast. As for what happens without a steel ring and the difference between a bra with a steel ring, the editor will explain it in detail later.
17. Lower binding: This part is to support the breasts and can fix the position of the underwear, determined by the size of the lower chest circumference.

18. Coaster: Some bras have this part, while others do not. It supports and enhances the chest. Depending on the material, it can be divided into cotton pads, water pads, and air pads. For specific advantages and disadvantages, please refer to the later details.