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A amusing incident took place at this year's Venice movie festival: a celebrated performer appeared wearing blue jeans. Ordinarily, a cinema event premiere entrance signifies chiffon and sparkle, revealed décolletage and long gowns. Yet the celebrity selected deep-toned high-end trousers paired with a light striped top and a well-fitted blazer. Moreover, even if admittedly that with a celebrated grin, your clothing has less pressure – still. It represented a moment. A modern age of appearing polished in jeans has begun.

The majority of people feel a bit undecided about jeans. They serve as our go-to option on a Saturday, but when the occasion calls to dress up, we choose something else. But jeans, worn right, can bring you to work or a fine dining spot with flair to spare. And, many people don't need to fret about a celebrity event, after all.

A tailored jacket is to blue jeans what lipstick applied to a clean complexion. The pairing results in a style seem purposeful and thoughtful, which radiates poise.

Let's start with the basics. If your jeans bag at the knees or trail on the ground, no level of silk blouse wizardry will save the look. Sophisticated trousers are centered on clean lines, excellent fit and a fit that enhances you. The extra-wide trousers currently everywhere these days can look great elevated for casual parties. But for a style that reads as semi-formal, a streamlined fit hits the perfect tailoring-adjacent tone, and the hem should sit just at the surface of your shoe. Streamlined trousers are useful because they are able to maintain decorum in company. If straight jeans had a personality, they would be timely and courteous, extremely efficient. This explains why they are your companion for this purpose.

The most frequent mistake we commit when aiming to look smart in denim is to attempt to downplay the jeans. Should you pick boring jeans and cover them with an eye-catching piece above in the expectation that no one will observe you are in jeans, you aren't concealing the jeans – you appear cobbled together, which is not the goal whatsoever. A classic belt that accentuates of the jeans is the way to go.

Firm denim provides the best outline, so aim for minimal stretch. The waistband needs to be at your natural waistline – any cut sitting low communicates a more casual impression – and snug but not uncomfortable. You'll add a belt regardless (see above, pay attention) and I don't think denim should ever be restrictive. You should feel held, but not cramped.

A coat paired with trousers like lipstick applied to a clean skin. The combination creates an outfit feel purposeful and thoughtful, which radiates confidence. The contrast of blue fabric with sleek fabric or soft weave brings texture and detail. This is effective paired with a top or casual top for daytime, or a dressier item for evening. Pick out a chain necklace or a simple hoop instead of a dangling elaborate jewelry. It appears very Parisian, get the picture?

Jeans-and-a-nice-top is a timeless for a reason, particularly if you are stepping out for dinner. Beginning with trousers makes putting together an outfit simpler, which is convenient if it's a quick post-work change. A silk camisole under your coat is a straightforward choice that provides you choices: you can keep the layers intact if you are near the exit with a cool draft, or remove the coat away if you feel yourself getting warm in warm indoor climate.

The right shoe creates the distinction between laid-back polish and running errands. It isn't necessary to wear a high heel, even if it isn't a bad idea. A timeless shiny pump with a blue pant is eternally chic, but slip-ons, clean sneakers or short boots are all suitable. A glimpse of exposed skin somewhere is always a welcome element, if the weather permits: a few open buttons on a blouse, or a bare sandal if you are sporting a high-necked pullover.

At times the easy choice proves to be the smart one. And if it's suitable for a film festival, it's appropriate for your corner table in a cozy eatery.