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A amusing incident happened at this year's Venice film festival: a famous actress stepped out sporting denim. Usually, a film festival red carpet signifies flowing fabrics and glitter, exposed arms and dramatic skirts. But the celebrity chose midnight high-end trousers matched with a pale lined top and a tailored blazer. Furthermore, even if it's a fact that when you have a celebrated grin, your outfit has less pressure – still. It represented a significant event. A fresh phase of appearing sophisticated in jeans is here.

The majority of people tend to be torn concerning jeans. They are our standard choice on a weekend day, but when the occasion calls to dress up, we choose an alternative. However denim pants, styled correctly, can take you to your workplace or a fine dining spot with plenty of style. And, many people don't need to be overly concerned about a celebrity event, ultimately.

A blazer is to jeans what a bold lip applied to a natural skin. The contrast results in a style seem deliberate and planned, which exudes self-assurance.

We'll begin by covering fundamentals. When your trousers sag at the bend or sweep on the pavement, no amount of silk blouse skill will salvage the ensemble. Smart jeans are centered on defined shapes, precise cut and a fit that complements you. The extra-wide denim presently everywhere at the moment can look fantastic dressed up for let-loose gatherings. But for a look that is perceived as smart-casual, a straight leg achieves the appropriate polished tone, and the bottom edge needs to fall precisely at the upper part of your loafer. Tailored denim are useful because they understand how to behave themselves in company. If straight jeans had a personality, they would be punctual and courteous, very Type A. That's why they are your friend here.

The most frequent mistake we make when aiming to look smart in jeans is to try to play down the pants. If you wear dull jeans and mask them with something snazzy above in the expectation that not a soul will notice you are sporting jeans, you fail to hide the denim – you seem hastily assembled, which is not the intention in the least. A classic belt that makes a feature of the trousers is the way to go.

Stiff denim offers the optimal shape, so aim for low elasticity. The waistband needs to be at your waist – any style below the waist communicates a more casual message – and close but not uncomfortable. You are going to wear a belt in any case (as mentioned, stay with me) and I don't think jeans ought to ever be restrictive. You should feel held, but not cramped.

A blazer combined with jeans as makeup is to a bare face. The combination results in a style appear purposeful and intentional, which radiates self-assurance. The mix of denim with refined material or soft weave brings depth and interest. This works paired with a shirt or tee for daywear, or a dressier item for night. Choose a chain necklace or a minimalist earring instead of a dangling chandelier earring. It seems quite European, know what I mean?

Jeans-and-a-nice-top is a classic with good cause, especially if you are stepping out for a meal. Starting with trousers makes putting together an ensemble more straightforward, which is handy if it's a fast evening switch. A silk camisole under your coat is a easy option that offers you choices: you might leave the layers intact if you are near the exit with a cold wind, or slip the blazer aside if you start to going pink in toasty room temperature.

The ideal pair makes the difference between laid-back polish and just stepped out. It doesn't have to be a heel, though it doesn't hurt. A classic glossy high pump with a jean is perennially fashionable, but slip-ons, fresh trainers or ankle boots are all suitable. A glimpse of bare skin in one area is invariably a welcome element, if the weather permits: a couple of unfastened closures on a top, or a bare sandal if you are in a crewneck pullover.

At times the simple option ends up to be the polished decision. And if it's good enough for a celebrity event, it's good enough for your favorite spot in a local restaurant.