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An interesting incident took place at the recent Venice movie festival: a famous actress appeared wearing jeans. Typically, a movie gala red carpet implies chiffon and sequins, revealed décolletage and long gowns. Yet the actress opted for deep-toned high-end trousers combined with a pale lined top and a well-fitted coat. And, while admittedly that if you possess a world-famous grin, your clothing has less pressure – still. It was a moment. A new era of appearing polished in denim has begun.

Many individuals feel a bit undecided regarding jeans. They are our go-to option on a leisure day, but when it's time to appear polished, we choose different attire. However denim pants, paired appropriately, can bring you to your workplace or a fine dining spot with plenty of style. Furthermore, most of us don't need to worry too much about the red carpet, ultimately.

A tailored jacket is to denim like makeup on a clean complexion. The contrast makes the look feel deliberate and intentional, which projects poise.

Let's start with essential tips. Should your denim bag at the knees or trail on the pavement, no amount of elegant top wizardry will salvage the outfit. Smart jeans are about sharp silhouettes, precise cut and a style that enhances you. The very loose denim currently ubiquitous these days may appear excellent dressed up for informal events. Yet for a look that comes across as semi-formal, a straight leg hits the right polished tone, and the length should sit exactly at the upper part of your loafer. Tailored denim are useful because they are able to maintain decorum in social settings. When streamlined trousers were personified, they would be punctual and well-mannered, extremely efficient. This is why they are your friend here.

The most common error we commit when trying to look smart in trousers is to try to minimize the jeans. If you wear boring jeans and conceal them with a stylish top on the upper half in the expectation that not a soul will notice you are in jeans, you don't disguise the fabric – you appear hastily assembled, which is not the idea in the least. A classic leather belt that makes a feature of the trousers is the way to go.

Stiff fabric offers the finest shape, so seek out little stretch. The top ought to be at your waist – any style low-rise conveys a relaxed impression – and snug but not tight. You are going to add a belt anyway (see above, pay attention) and I don't think trousers ought to ever be tight. You should feel supported, but not compressed.

A coat is to trousers what lipstick is to a bare face. The juxtaposition creates an outfit feel intentional and thoughtful, which exudes confidence. The pairing of blue fabric with refined fabric or crepe brings texture and interest. This works on top of a shirt or casual top for daywear, or a more elegant piece for dinner. Choose a metal chain or a minimalist earring as opposed to a long statement earring. It seems quite European, see the idea?

Trousers-with-a-pretty-blouse is a classic with good cause, especially if you are going out for an evening out. Opting for trousers simplifies creating an look easier, which is convenient if it's a speedy evening transition. A delicate undershirt under your jacket is a simple go-to that provides you choices: you can keep both on if you are near the exit with a cold wind, or slip the jacket aside if you start to getting warm in warm heating.

The perfect footwear makes the difference between laid-back polish and popped-out-for-bin-bags. It need not be a stiletto, although it can help. A timeless elegant shoe with a jean is perennially fashionable, but flat shoes, fresh trainers or short boots are all suitable. A glimpse of bare skin in one area is always a nice detail, if the temperature allows: two unfastened closures on a top, or a bare sandal if you are wearing a crewneck jumper.

At times the easy choice proves to be the polished decision. And should it's appropriate for a film festival, it's suitable for your corner table in a local restaurant.