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A curious occurrence took place at the latest Venice movie festival: a celebrated performer arrived sporting blue jeans. Typically, a movie gala celebrity walkway signifies chiffon and glitter, exposed arms and sweeping hems. But the actress opted for deep-toned premium denim matched with a pale patterned blouse and a well-fitted jacket. Moreover, although it's a fact that with a world-famous smile, your outfit has less pressure – even so. It represented a turning point. A new era of appearing polished in denim has begun.

Most of us feel a bit undecided about denim trousers. They represent our default setting on a weekend day, but when it's time to appear polished, we opt for different attire. However jeans, styled correctly, can take you to your workplace or a fine dining spot with abundant sophistication. Furthermore, the majority don't have to be overly concerned about a glamorous premiere, in the end.

A tailored jacket paired with jeans like makeup on a bare face. The pairing results in a style seem deliberate and planned, which exudes poise.

We'll begin with the basics. When your trousers sag at the joints or sweep on the floor, no level of luxurious shirt skill will save the ensemble. Polished jeans are about sharp silhouettes, excellent fit and a cut that enhances you. The overly broad denim presently ubiquitous these days might seem great styled up for let-loose events. But for a look that is perceived as semi-formal, a tailored cut hits the perfect sophisticated-leaning note, and the bottom edge ought to rest just at the top of your footwear. Streamlined trousers are helpful because they are able to act appropriately in social settings. If straight jeans were personified, they would be timely and polite, highly organized. That's why they are your ally for this purpose.

The most frequent error we commit when attempting to dress sophisticatedly in jeans is to try to minimize the pants. Should you pick plain denim trousers and mask them with a stylish top up top in the hope that not a soul will see you are sporting denim, you aren't concealing the fabric – you seem hastily assembled, which is not the intention in the least. A classic strap that accentuates of the denim is the way to go.

Rigid fabric provides the finest outline, so seek out low elasticity. The waistband ought to be at your natural waistline – any style sitting low sends a more casual vibe – and close but not tight. You are going to wear a belt regardless (as noted, do keep up) and it's best if jeans need to be restrictive. You ought to feel held, but not cramped.

A blazer paired with denim as makeup on a natural complexion. The juxtaposition results in a style feel deliberate and intentional, which radiates poise. The mix of jeans with smooth material or soft weave brings interest and appeal. This works paired with a top or T-shirt for daywear, or a dressier item for night. Choose a metal chain or a clean hoop rather than a swinging statement earring. It feels very Parisian, know what I mean?

Denim-with-a-chic-top is a timeless for a reason, especially if you are going out for dinner. Starting with denim eases assembling an outfit simpler, which is useful if it's a fast evening switch. A satin top under your coat is a straightforward choice that gives you options: you can keep the layers intact if you are near the exit with a cool draft, or slip the blazer away if you begin to feeling hot in toasty indoor climate.

The perfect footwear creates the distinction between casual elegance and running errands. It need not be a high heel, although it can help. A timeless elegant shoe with a jean is perennially fashionable, but flat shoes, fresh trainers or short boots are all suitable. A peek of exposed skin somewhere is invariably a nice detail, if the temperature permits: a few open buttons on a blouse, or a open-toe shoe if you are sporting a crewneck pullover.

Occasionally the easy choice ends up to be the polished decision. And should it's suitable for a film festival, it's good enough for your favorite spot in a local restaurant.