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An interesting occurrence took place at this year's Venice cinema festival: a celebrated performer stepped out in jeans. Usually, a movie gala premiere entrance implies chiffon and sequins, exposed arms and sweeping hems. Yet this star selected deep-toned premium denim combined with a light striped shirt and a structured jacket. And, although admittedly that if you possess a iconic expression, your clothing doesn't have to work as hard – even so. It represented a moment. A modern age of appearing sophisticated in denim pants is here.

The majority of people tend to be conflicted concerning denim trousers. They serve as our standard choice on a Saturday, yet when the occasion calls to dress up, we opt for different attire. However blue jeans, styled correctly, can take you to the office or a elegant eatery with abundant sophistication. And, many people don't need to be overly concerned about a glamorous premiere, after all.

A tailored jacket is to denim as a bold lip applied to a bare face. The juxtaposition creates an outfit seem intentional and planned, which exudes confidence.

Let's start with the basics. If your jeans droop at the joints or drag on the ground, no level of silk blouse wizardry will rescue the ensemble. Smart denim are focused on sharp silhouettes, good tailoring and a fit that enhances you. The overly broad jeans presently ubiquitous at the moment might seem excellent styled up for let-loose events. Yet for a style that is perceived as dressy casual, a streamlined fit reaches the perfect sophisticated-leaning tone, and the length needs to fall exactly at the surface of your loafer. Streamlined trousers are useful because they know how to behave themselves in social settings. If straight jeans possessed character, they would be timely and well-mannered, highly organized. This is why they are your companion for this purpose.

The most frequent error we make when trying to dress sophisticatedly in jeans is to try to downplay the pants. Should you pick dull jeans and cover them with an eye-catching piece on the upper half in the expectation that no one will notice you are wearing jeans, you don't disguise the denim – you seem thrown on, which is not the goal at all. An understated strap that highlights of the jeans is the way to go.

Stiff material has the optimal silhouette, so seek out low elasticity. The waist needs to be at your waist – any cut sitting low sends a more casual impression – and fitted but not tight. You are going to wear a belt anyway (see above, stay with me) and it's best if denim should ever be uncomfortable. It's important to feel held, but not compressed.

A jacket is to jeans what lipstick applied to a clean skin. The juxtaposition results in a style seem deliberate and intentional, which radiates self-assurance. The mix of jeans with smooth fabric or soft weave brings interest and detail. This functions paired with a top or T-shirt for daytime, or something slinkier for night. Choose a metal chain or a simple hoop as opposed to a swinging chandelier earring. It appears very Parisian, get the picture?

Denim-with-a-chic-top is a classic with good cause, particularly if you are going out for dinner. Starting with denim simplifies creating an outfit easier, which is handy if it's a fast after-work transition. A silk camisole beneath your blazer is a straightforward choice that gives you choices: you can keep the layers intact if you are near the exit with a chill breeze, or take off the coat away if you start to getting warm in toasty room temperature.

The right shoe sets the tone between laid-back polish and just stepped out. It doesn't have to be a stiletto, even if it isn't a bad idea. A timeless elegant shoe with a jean is always stylish, but slip-ons, clean sneakers or ankle boots are all excellent. A flash of exposed skin in one area is consistently a welcome element, if the climate allows: a couple of unfastened closures on a top, or a strappy sandal if you are sporting a high-necked jumper.

Sometimes the easy choice ends up to be the sophisticated choice. And when it's suitable for the Venice red carpet, it's good enough for your corner table in a cozy eatery.