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An amusing occurrence happened at this year's Venice movie festival: a celebrated performer stepped out sporting blue jeans. Usually, a movie gala celebrity walkway implies elegant materials and sequins, bare shoulders and dramatic skirts. Yet the actress selected midnight premium denim combined with a pale patterned blouse and a structured blazer. Furthermore, even if it's a fact that if you possess a iconic expression, your clothing has less pressure – even so. It marked a significant event. A new era of looking smart in denim is here.

Most of us feel a bit undecided about denim trousers. They represent our standard choice on a leisure day, yet when it's time to look smart, we reach for something else. However jeans, paired appropriately, can take you to the office or a elegant eatery with abundant sophistication. And, most of us don't need to be overly concerned about a glamorous premiere, ultimately.

A tailored jacket paired with blue jeans as lipstick applied to a natural skin. The contrast creates an outfit appear deliberate and planned, which projects self-assurance.

Let's start with the basics. If your jeans bag at the knees or trail on the pavement, no level of elegant top magic will save the look. Smart jeans are about sharp silhouettes, good tailoring and a cut that flatters you. The overly broad jeans currently widespread at the moment can look great styled up for let-loose events. However for a look that is perceived as dressy casual, a straight leg achieves the perfect polished note, and the length needs to fall just at the top of your shoe. Tailored denim are beneficial because they know how to act appropriately in public. Should tailored denim were personified, they would be on-time and well-mannered, very Type A. This is why they are your ally for this purpose.

The most common mistake we commit when trying to look smart in jeans is to attempt to downplay the jeans. When you choose plain jeans and mask them with something snazzy above in the belief that no one will observe you are in jeans, you fail to hide the jeans – you seem cobbled together, which is not the goal at all. An understated leather belt that accentuates of the denim is the best approach.

Stiff fabric offers the optimal shape, so aim for minimal stretch. The top ought to be at your natural waistline – any style low-rise sends a more casual impression – and snug but not constricting. You'll wear a belt anyway (see above, do keep up) and I don't think jeans should ever be uncomfortable. You should feel supported, but not cramped.

A coat is to denim as lipstick applied to a clean skin. The juxtaposition makes the look feel purposeful and thoughtful, which projects self-assurance. The mix of denim with smooth wool or crepe adds texture and appeal. This functions paired with a top or T-shirt for daytime, or a more elegant piece for dinner. Choose a chain necklace or a clean hoop as opposed to a dangling statement earring. It seems more French, know what I mean?

Jeans-and-a-nice-top is a classic for a reason, especially if you are going out for a meal. Starting with jeans eases assembling an ensemble easier, which is handy if it's a fast after-work switch. A satin top below your jacket is a straightforward choice that offers you alternatives: you might leave the layers intact if you are close to the entrance with a cool draft, or take off the coat off if you start to getting warm in toasty indoor climate.

The perfect footwear makes the difference between laid-back polish and just stepped out. It isn't necessary to wear a stiletto, though it doesn't hurt. An enduring glossy high pump with a jean is always stylish, but loafers, fresh trainers or booties are all excellent. A glimpse of exposed skin somewhere is always a welcome element, if the temperature lets you: a few unfastened closures on a shirt, or a bare sandal if you are sporting a high-necked jumper.

At times the easy choice proves to be the sophisticated choice. And when it's appropriate for a film festival, it's appropriate for your corner table in a neighborhood cafe.