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An curious occurrence happened at the recent Venice cinema festival: a famous actress arrived wearing blue jeans. Ordinarily, a movie gala celebrity walkway signifies flowing fabrics and sequins, revealed décolletage and sweeping hems. But this star chose deep-toned premium denim matched with a pale lined blouse and a structured blazer. And, while it's true that when you have a world-famous smile, your outfit carries less weight – still. It was a turning point. A fresh phase of looking smart in denim pants is here.

The majority of people feel a bit torn concerning denim wear. They serve as our go-to option on a leisure day, but when we need to dress up, we choose different attire. However denim pants, worn right, can take you to your workplace or a fine dining spot with flair to spare. Furthermore, many people don't have to be overly concerned about a glamorous premiere, ultimately.

A blazer is to denim as a bold lip on a bare face. The pairing creates an outfit feel deliberate and thoughtful, which radiates self-assurance.

Let's start with the basics. When your trousers sag at the bend or trail on the ground, not any quantity of silk blouse magic will save the outfit. Sophisticated jeans are focused on defined shapes, good tailoring and a fit that flatters you. The overly broad trousers that is everywhere these days may appear great dressed up for informal parties. But for a appearance that reads as dressy casual, a tailored cut hits the perfect sophisticated-leaning tone, and the hem should sit precisely at the top of your shoe. Streamlined trousers are useful because they know how to behave themselves in public. Should tailored denim possessed character, they would be punctual and polite, extremely efficient. That's why they are your friend in this case.

The most frequent mistake we make when aiming to look smart in trousers is to attempt to play down the denim. Should you pick plain denim trousers and cover them with an eye-catching piece above in the belief that no one will see you are wearing denim, you aren't concealing the denim – you appear cobbled together, which is not the intention at all. An understated strap that accentuates of the trousers is the best approach.

Stiff denim provides the finest silhouette, so look for low stretch. The top needs to be at your waist – any cut below the waist communicates a relaxed impression – and snug but not tight. You'll wear a belt in any case (see above, stay with me) and it's best if denim should ever be restrictive. It's important to feel held, but not squeezed.

A jacket is to jeans what lipstick on a bare face. The juxtaposition results in a style appear deliberate and intentional, which projects self-assurance. The mix of jeans with sleek material or crepe provides texture and interest. This is effective over a top or T-shirt for daytime, or something slinkier for evening. Choose a chain necklace or a minimalist earring instead of a swinging statement earring. It appears quite European, know what I mean?

Denim-with-a-chic-top is a classic because it works, particularly if you are heading out for dinner. Starting with jeans simplifies creating an ensemble more straightforward, which is handy if it's a fast after-work transition. A delicate undershirt under your blazer is a simple go-to that gives you alternatives: you might leave the jacket on if you are by the exit with a cold wind, or slip the jacket off if you feel yourself getting warm in warm heating.

The ideal pair creates the distinction between laid-back polish and just stepped out. It doesn't have to be a heel, even if it can help. A timeless shiny pump with a blue pant is perennially fashionable, but slip-ons, clean sneakers or booties are all excellent. A peek of exposed skin in one area is invariably a pleasant touch, if the temperature allows: two open buttons on a top, or a strappy sandal if you are wearing a crewneck jumper.

Sometimes the easy choice proves to be the polished decision. And if it's appropriate for a celebrity event, it's appropriate for your corner table in a local restaurant.