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An interesting incident happened at this year's Venice cinema festival: a famous actress stepped out wearing blue jeans. Typically, a movie gala red carpet means flowing fabrics and sparkle, revealed décolletage and sweeping hems. However the celebrity opted for midnight designer jeans paired with a pale patterned blouse and a tailored coat. And, while it's true that when you have a iconic smile, your clothing carries less weight – even so. It marked a moment. A fresh phase of appearing polished in denim pants has arrived.

Most of us feel a bit undecided regarding denim wear. They are our standard choice on a Saturday, yet when we need to dress up, we opt for something else. However jeans, worn right, can bring you to the office or a elegant eatery with plenty of style. And, the majority don't need to worry too much about a celebrity event, ultimately.

A structured coat is to blue jeans like makeup on a bare face. The pairing makes the look seem intentional and planned, which radiates poise.

We'll begin with essential tips. When your trousers droop at the joints or trail on the ground, no level of silk blouse wizardry will salvage the ensemble. Sophisticated trousers are about defined shapes, good tailoring and a style that complements you. The very loose denim presently ubiquitous at the moment might seem excellent styled up for casual events. Yet for a appearance that reads as semi-formal, a streamlined fit reaches the perfect polished note, and the length needs to fall precisely at the top of your shoe. Tailored denim are beneficial because they are able to act appropriately in social settings. If straight jeans were personified, they would be on-time and courteous, extremely efficient. This explains why they are your friend in this case.

The typical error we commit when attempting to appear polished in trousers is to endeavor to play down the denim. If you wear plain jeans and mask them with something snazzy up top in the expectation that no one will observe you are sporting jeans, you aren't concealing the jeans – you appear thrown on, which is not the intention whatsoever. A simple strap that highlights of the denim is the way to go.

Stiff fabric has the finest silhouette, so aim for low stretch. The waistband ought to be at your midsection – anything sitting low conveys a relaxed message – and snug but not constricting. You are going to wear a belt regardless (as mentioned, do keep up) and I don't think jeans need to be restrictive. You ought to feel held, but not compressed.

A jacket paired with trousers like lipstick on a natural complexion. The juxtaposition creates an outfit feel intentional and planned, which radiates self-assurance. The contrast of denim with smooth material or crepe brings texture and appeal. This functions over a shirt or casual top for day, or a dressier item for evening. Pick out a chain necklace or a clean hoop as opposed to a dangling statement earring. It seems quite European, see the idea?

Trousers-with-a-pretty-blouse is a timeless because it works, particularly if you are heading out for an evening out. Beginning with trousers simplifies creating an ensemble more straightforward, which is handy if it's a speedy post-work switch. A silk camisole under your blazer is a easy option that provides you alternatives: you may retain the layers intact if you are near the door with a cold wind, or slip the coat aside if you feel yourself feeling hot in heated heating.

The right shoe sets the tone between laid-back polish and popped-out-for-bin-bags. It need not be a stiletto, even if it isn't a bad idea. A timeless elegant shoe with a denim trouser is eternally chic, but slip-ons, new athletic shoes or ankle boots are all good. A flash of exposed skin in one area is always a nice detail, if the temperature lets you: a couple of open buttons on a blouse, or a open-toe shoe if you are in a crewneck sweater.

Occasionally the simple option proves to be the smart one. And if it's good enough for a film festival, it's good enough for your usual seat in a cozy eatery.