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A interesting event unfolded at the latest Venice cinema festival: a celebrated performer stepped out in denim. Typically, a movie gala premiere entrance means flowing fabrics and sparkle, revealed décolletage and dramatic skirts. But this star selected deep-toned high-end trousers paired with a pale striped shirt and a tailored jacket. Moreover, while it's a fact that when you have a iconic expression, your clothing carries less weight – still. It represented a moment. A modern age of appearing sophisticated in denim pants has begun.

Most of us tend to be torn about denim trousers. They represent our standard choice on a Saturday, however when we need to appear polished, we reach for an alternative. However jeans, paired appropriately, can take you to your workplace or a fine dining spot with flair to spare. Additionally, many people aren't required to worry too much about the red carpet, after all.

A blazer paired with blue jeans like makeup on a bare face. The juxtaposition creates an outfit seem deliberate and intentional, which projects poise.

We'll open by covering fundamentals. If your jeans sag at the bend or trail on the pavement, no level of silk blouse magic will save the ensemble. Sophisticated jeans are about sharp silhouettes, good tailoring and a fit that enhances you. The overly broad jeans currently everywhere right now may appear great dressed up for informal parties. Yet for a style that reads as smart-casual, a straight leg achieves the perfect sophisticated-leaning vibe, and the length needs to fall just at the surface of your shoe. Straight jeans are beneficial because they are able to behave themselves in public. When streamlined trousers had a personality, they would be timely and courteous, highly organized. This is why they are your ally here.

The most frequent blunder we do when trying to dress sophisticatedly in denim is to try to play down the jeans. Should you pick plain jeans and mask them with an eye-catching piece above in the belief that nobody will notice you are in denim, you don't disguise the fabric – you look hastily assembled, which is not the intention whatsoever. An understated belt that makes a feature of the denim is the way to go.

Rigid material offers the optimal shape, so aim for little elasticity. The top should be at your midsection – any cut sitting low communicates a more casual vibe – and snug but not uncomfortable. You'll add a belt regardless (see above, stay with me) and it's not advisable jeans ought to ever be uncomfortable. You should feel supported, but not squeezed.

A blazer combined with trousers what makeup applied to a clean skin. The juxtaposition creates an outfit appear purposeful and intentional, which exudes self-assurance. The pairing of denim with smooth wool or crepe provides texture and appeal. This is effective paired with a blouse or T-shirt for daywear, or a more elegant piece for evening. Select a chain necklace or a clean hoop rather than a dangling statement earring. It feels more French, get the picture?

Jeans-and-a-nice-top is a enduring for a reason, especially if you are going out for an evening out. Opting for trousers simplifies creating an outfit more straightforward, which is useful if it's a fast evening switch. A satin top beneath your coat is a simple go-to that offers you choices: you can keep the jacket on if you are near the entrance with a cold wind, or take off the jacket off if you feel yourself getting warm in warm heating.

The right shoe creates the distinction between relaxed sophistication and running errands. It need not be a high heel, although it isn't a bad idea. A timeless glossy high pump with a jean is perennially fashionable, but slip-ons, fresh trainers or short boots are all good. A flash of skin someplace is consistently a welcome element, if the weather allows: two unfastened closures on a blouse, or a bare sandal if you are sporting a turtleneck jumper.

Sometimes the simple option proves to be the smart one. And should it's appropriate for a celebrity event, it's appropriate for your corner table in a local restaurant.