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A curious occurrence happened at this year's Venice movie festival: a celebrated performer stepped out wearing jeans. Usually, a film festival premiere entrance means flowing fabrics and sparkle, bare shoulders and long gowns. Yet this star chose dark high-end trousers matched with a light patterned top and a tailored coat. And, even if it's a fact that with a celebrated smile, your clothing doesn't have to work as hard – still. It was a moment. A fresh phase of appearing sophisticated in denim pants is here.

The majority of people are somewhat undecided concerning denim trousers. They are our go-to option on a Saturday, but when the occasion calls to appear polished, we reach for an alternative. Yet denim pants, paired appropriately, can take you to your workplace or a fine dining spot with flair to spare. Furthermore, many people don't need to fret about the red carpet, in the end.

A structured coat combined with blue jeans as a bold lip on a clean complexion. The juxtaposition results in a style feel deliberate and planned, which exudes poise.

We'll begin with the basics. When your trousers sag at the knees or sweep on the ground, no level of luxurious shirt magic will save the look. Sophisticated jeans are about clean lines, excellent fit and a style that enhances you. The extra-wide jeans that is ubiquitous at the moment might seem great styled up for casual events. However for a look that reads as dressy casual, a straight leg reaches the perfect polished vibe, and the bottom edge needs to fall precisely at the top of your loafer. Tailored denim are helpful because they understand how to maintain decorum in company. If straight jeans possessed character, they would be timely and well-mannered, highly organized. That's why they are your ally in this case.

The typical mistake we make when aiming to look smart in jeans is to endeavor to downplay the jeans. Should you pick plain jeans and cover them with an eye-catching piece on the upper half in the belief that no one will see you are sporting denim, you aren't concealing the jeans – you look cobbled together, which is not the intention whatsoever. An understated leather belt that makes a feature of the jeans is the right choice.

Rigid material has the best shape, so look for little stretch. The waist needs to be at your midsection – any cut sitting low communicates a less formal message – and snug but not tight. You will wear a belt in any case (as mentioned, do keep up) and I don't think trousers should ever be uncomfortable. You should feel secure, but not cramped.

A blazer combined with denim as makeup is to a bare face. The juxtaposition results in a style feel intentional and thoughtful, which projects poise. The contrast of jeans with refined wool or soft weave brings texture and interest. This is effective over a top or T-shirt for daytime, or a more elegant piece for evening. Choose a metal chain or a simple hoop instead of a dangling chandelier earring. It seems quite European, know what I mean?

Jeans-and-a-nice-top is a classic for a reason, particularly if you are heading out for an evening out. Opting for jeans eases assembling an look simpler, which is useful if it's a speedy evening transition. A silk camisole beneath your coat is a easy option that provides you alternatives: you might leave both on if you are near the door with a cool draft, or slip the coat aside if you begin to getting warm in toasty room temperature.

The ideal pair sets the tone between casual elegance and popped-out-for-bin-bags. It isn't necessary to wear a stiletto, though it can help. An enduring glossy high pump with a blue pant is eternally chic, but loafers, new athletic shoes or ankle boots are all suitable. A flash of skin in one area is always a welcome element, if the climate permits: two unfastened closures on a top, or a bare sandal if you are sporting a crewneck sweater.

Sometimes the simple option turns out to be the smart one. And when it's good enough for a film festival, it's good enough for your favorite spot in a cozy eatery.