Abstract: A shoulder strap and jewelry retainer removeably attachable to a user's garment for support of ornamental jewelry attachments and for the retention of a shoulder strap so that a user may carry a sling or strap equipped article without lifting the shoulder while simultaneously preventing theft of the mentioned article. The shoulder strap and jewelry retainer may be attached to the user's garment by any conventional means and includes a releasable clip structure capable of capturing a shoulder strap. Ornamental jewelry is attached to the clip for disguising the clip structure and for accenting the user's clothing.