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An curious event unfolded at the latest Venice film festival: a celebrated performer arrived sporting blue jeans. Ordinarily, a movie gala red carpet means elegant materials and sparkle, exposed arms and long gowns. Yet this star chose midnight designer jeans matched with a soft striped top and a well-fitted jacket. Moreover, even if it's a fact that if you possess a iconic smile, your attire carries less weight – even so. It was a turning point. A modern age of looking smart in denim has arrived.

Many individuals feel a bit torn about denim wear. They represent our standard choice on a weekend day, but when we need to look smart, we opt for something else. But jeans, worn right, can take you to your workplace or a fine dining spot with flair to spare. And, most of us don't have to worry too much about a celebrity event, in the end.

A structured coat combined with denim as lipstick on a bare face. The juxtaposition creates an outfit appear purposeful and intentional, which exudes poise.

Let's start with essential tips. If your jeans bag at the knees or drag on the pavement, no amount of luxurious shirt wizardry will rescue the ensemble. Polished denim are focused on defined shapes, precise cut and a fit that flatters you. The overly broad denim currently ubiquitous right now can look great dressed up for informal parties. But for a look that reads as semi-formal, a straight leg achieves the right tailoring-adjacent note, and the length ought to rest just at the surface of your loafer. Streamlined trousers are beneficial because they know how to act appropriately in public. Should tailored denim had a personality, they would be punctual and polite, extremely efficient. This explains why they are your ally here.

The typical mistake we do when trying to dress sophisticatedly in trousers is to try to play down the denim. If you wear dull denim trousers and conceal them with something snazzy up top in the expectation that not a soul will observe you are wearing denim, you aren't concealing the denim – you look cobbled together, which is not the goal in the least. A simple leather belt that makes a feature of the denim is the best approach.

Firm denim offers the optimal shape, so aim for low give. The waist should be at your waist – anything sitting low sends a more casual vibe – and snug but not tight. You'll add a belt regardless (see above, pay attention) and it's best if trousers ought to ever be uncomfortable. You ought to feel secure, but not compressed.

A blazer combined with denim like a bold lip color is to a clean skin. The juxtaposition makes the look seem deliberate and planned, which projects confidence. The mix of blue fabric with refined fabric or crepe brings texture and interest. This is effective paired with a top or casual top for daytime, or a dressier item for dinner. Choose a linked necklace or a minimalist earring rather than a long chandelier earring. It feels more French, get the picture?

Trousers-with-a-pretty-blouse is a timeless with good cause, particularly if you are stepping out for a meal. Starting with denim eases assembling an outfit simpler, which is handy if it's a quick post-work change. A satin top under your blazer is a easy option that gives you choices: you might leave both on if you are close to the entrance with a chill breeze, or remove the blazer off if you start to getting warm in toasty room temperature.

The ideal pair makes the difference between casual elegance and popped-out-for-bin-bags. It need not be a stiletto, though it can help. A timeless glossy high pump with a blue pant is eternally chic, but slip-ons, new athletic shoes or booties are all excellent. A flash of skin in one area is consistently a pleasant touch, if the climate allows: a couple of buttons undone on a shirt, or a strappy sandal if you are sporting a crewneck sweater.

At times the easy choice proves to be the smart one. And should it's good enough for a film festival, it's suitable for your favorite spot in a cozy eatery.