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A amusing incident unfolded at this year's Venice movie festival: a celebrated performer stepped out sporting denim. Typically, a cinema event premiere entrance implies flowing fabrics and glitter, exposed arms and long gowns. However this star chose deep-toned designer jeans paired with a light striped top and a tailored blazer. Moreover, although it's true that if you possess a celebrated expression, your outfit carries less weight – still. It marked a turning point. A fresh phase of appearing polished in denim has begun.

Many individuals feel a bit conflicted regarding jeans. They serve as our go-to option on a weekend day, but when we need to look smart, we opt for different attire. Yet blue jeans, paired appropriately, can bring you to work or a fine dining spot with abundant sophistication. And, many people don't have to worry too much about a celebrity event, ultimately.

A blazer is to jeans like lipstick is to a natural skin. The juxtaposition makes the look feel deliberate and planned, which projects self-assurance.

We'll begin with the basics. If your jeans droop at the joints or sweep on the pavement, no level of silk blouse wizardry will salvage the ensemble. Smart denim are centered on clean lines, excellent fit and a fit that enhances you. The overly broad denim currently widespread at the moment might seem excellent elevated for let-loose parties. Yet for a style that is perceived as smart-casual, a streamlined fit achieves the appropriate polished note, and the hem ought to rest exactly at the top of your shoe. Tailored denim are beneficial because they understand how to maintain decorum in company. Should tailored denim were personified, they would be on-time and courteous, highly organized. This explains why they are your ally in this case.

The typical blunder we make when attempting to look smart in jeans is to attempt to downplay the denim. If you wear dull jeans and conceal them with something snazzy up top in the belief that no one will see you are sporting denim, you don't disguise the fabric – you appear thrown on, which is not the goal at all. An understated belt that makes a feature of the denim is the best approach.

Stiff fabric offers the optimal outline, so aim for little elasticity. The top needs to be at your midsection – any style sitting low sends a relaxed impression – and close but not tight. You will add a belt regardless (see above, do keep up) and I don't think jeans should ever be restrictive. You should feel supported, but not compressed.

A blazer combined with trousers as lipstick is to a bare face. The combination creates an outfit appear intentional and thoughtful, which projects self-assurance. The contrast of denim with refined material or textured cloth adds texture and interest. This works on top of a shirt or casual top for daytime, or a dressier item for night. Pick out a chain necklace or a minimalist earring as opposed to a long elaborate jewelry. It seems very Parisian, know what I mean?

Denim-with-a-chic-top is a enduring for a reason, notably if you are heading out for an evening out. Opting for denim eases assembling an ensemble more straightforward, which is convenient if it's a quick post-work change. A satin top below your jacket is a easy option that offers you options: you may retain both on if you are by the door with a chill breeze, or take off the jacket away if you feel yourself going pink in heated indoor climate.

The ideal pair creates the distinction between laid-back polish and popped-out-for-bin-bags. It need not be a heel, even if it doesn't hurt. A classic elegant shoe with a jean is always stylish, but loafers, fresh trainers or booties are all suitable. A flash of bare skin somewhere is consistently a welcome element, if the temperature allows: two buttons undone on a shirt, or a strappy sandal if you are sporting a turtleneck sweater.

Sometimes the simple option proves to be the polished decision. And should it's appropriate for a film festival, it's suitable for your usual seat in a local restaurant.