LIKE BEAUTY, STYLE IS MORE THAN SKIN DEEP. AND IN ITALY, THEY HAVE A NAME FOR IT…
La Bella Figura
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ranslated literally, it means “the beautiful figure.” It’s the most Italian of
beauty. La bella figura is the totality of how a person chooses to make the best possible
impression when he or she steps out into the world. It is the philosophy that selfpresentation and refinement—in all forms—matter: from making the effort to always look
“Their suits, their shirts, their ties, their shoes, their haircuts, even their fingernails were all beyond perfection…Bella Figura.
one’s best to keeping a clean and up-to-date closet. And from knowing how to interact
To present a bella figura to
with others in any business or social situation to always remembering that each of us has
the world, no matter what
a responsibility—regardless of what’s going on in our own world—to add a bit of beauty,
was going on inside, was
respect and courtesy to the day of others.
an Italian tradition that
For people like the guys above—photographed on the streets of Milan—creating la bella figura may seem effortless. We all know nothing worthwhile ever is. But by building a
reached from the nobility to the peasants.”
wardrobe of quality clothing, tailoring it for a flawless fit, and wearing it with confidence
— Judith Krantz in The Lovers
and ease, you’ll be on your way. And in that department, we can help. This spring, let’s dress with care, and let’s live deliberately and kindly. Let’s make sure those around us know that we appreciate them and respect being around them. This season, let’s celebrate la bella figura. Thank you for shopping with us, and we hope you enjoy this issue of our magazine. Remember, we’re always here to advise and help you look your best as you step into the world. We look forward to seeing you at Kilgore Trout. Wally Naymon, Shopkeeper
STREET STYLE IMAGES FROM THEIMPRESSION.COM
concepts, and contrary to how it may sound it’s much more than a wink to physical
