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An interesting incident took place at the latest Venice movie festival: a celebrated performer appeared in denim. Usually, a film festival celebrity walkway means chiffon and sequins, bare shoulders and dramatic skirts. Yet this star selected midnight premium denim paired with a soft lined shirt and a well-fitted blazer. And, while it's a fact that with a iconic grin, your clothing carries less weight – still. It was a turning point. A modern age of appearing polished in denim pants has begun.

Most of us feel a bit undecided about jeans. They are our standard choice on a weekend day, yet when the occasion calls to dress up, we reach for something else. Yet denim pants, styled correctly, can bring you to work or a nice restaurant with plenty of style. And, most of us don't have to be overly concerned about a glamorous premiere, ultimately.

A tailored jacket is to blue jeans like makeup on a natural skin. The contrast makes the look seem purposeful and planned, which exudes poise.

We'll open with essential tips. If your jeans bag at the joints or sweep on the floor, no level of luxurious shirt wizardry will rescue the outfit. Polished jeans are about sharp silhouettes, good tailoring and a style that complements you. The overly broad trousers currently ubiquitous right now can look great elevated for let-loose gatherings. Yet for a style that is perceived as dressy casual, a tailored cut hits the appropriate polished note, and the hem needs to fall just at the top of your shoe. Tailored denim are helpful because they understand how to maintain decorum in social settings. When streamlined trousers possessed character, they would be timely and courteous, highly organized. This is why they are your friend here.

The most common mistake we make when attempting to appear polished in denim is to try to minimize the jeans. If you wear boring jeans and cover them with something snazzy above in the hope that nobody will observe you are in denim, you aren't concealing the denim – you seem hastily assembled, which is not the idea whatsoever. A classic belt that makes a feature of the jeans is the best approach.

Firm denim provides the best shape, so look for minimal give. The top needs to be at your midsection – any style below the waist conveys a more casual vibe – and snug but not tight. You are going to add a belt anyway (see above, stay with me) and it's best if jeans should ever be uncomfortable. It's important to feel secure, but not cramped.

A jacket paired with jeans as makeup applied to a bare face. The contrast makes the look appear purposeful and thoughtful, which exudes poise. The contrast of denim with refined material or crepe adds depth and appeal. This functions over a shirt or casual top for day, or a more elegant piece for evening. Pick out a chain necklace or a minimalist earring instead of a dangling chandelier earring. It seems quite European, see the idea?

Denim-with-a-chic-top is a timeless because it works, notably if you are stepping out for a meal. Opting for denim simplifies creating an outfit easier, which is convenient if it's a fast after-work change. A silk camisole beneath your coat is a straightforward choice that gives you alternatives: you might leave both on if you are close to the door with a chill breeze, or slip the jacket aside if you feel yourself feeling hot in warm heating.

The ideal pair makes the difference between casual elegance and running errands. It doesn't have to be a heel, although it can help. A timeless glossy high pump with a denim trouser is always stylish, but slip-ons, fresh trainers or short boots are all excellent. A glimpse of bare skin in one area is always a nice detail, if the temperature permits: a few open buttons on a shirt, or a bare sandal if you are in a crewneck jumper.

Occasionally the straightforward selection ends up to be the sophisticated choice. And when it's suitable for a celebrity event, it's suitable for your corner table in a neighborhood cafe.