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Bella figura is an Italian term meaning "fine appearance or impression".
<ref>'Britannica online dictionary' http://www.britannica.com/dictionary?va=bella figura&query=bella figura</ref> Many Italians take pride in una bella figura or what English-speakers might call "a sense of fashion".
This means formal business attire is often expected for the workplace and stylish clothing is typical for social situations.<ref> Conducting Business, Italian Style</ref>