An interesting incident took place at this year's Venice film festival: a celebrated performer stepped out wearing denim. Usually, a movie gala red carpet implies elegant materials and glitter, bare shoulders and sweeping hems. But the actress chose midnight designer jeans matched with a soft striped blouse and a structured blazer. Moreover, while admittedly that when you have a celebrated smile, your outfit has less pressure – still. It represented a moment. A fresh phase of looking smart in denim is here.
Many individuals feel a bit undecided about denim trousers. They are our go-to option on a leisure day, but when the occasion calls to appear polished, we choose different attire. Yet jeans, styled correctly, can escort you to your workplace or a fine dining spot with plenty of style. And, many people don't have to fret about the red carpet, after all.
A structured coat paired with denim as a bold lip applied to a natural skin. The contrast makes the look seem purposeful and intentional, which projects poise.
We'll begin by covering fundamentals. Should your denim bag at the joints or drag on the ground, no level of luxurious shirt wizardry will salvage the ensemble. Polished trousers are centered on clean lines, good tailoring and a fit that flatters you. The overly broad denim currently ubiquitous these days might seem excellent dressed up for casual gatherings. Yet for a style that comes across as smart-casual, a streamlined fit hits the right tailoring-adjacent vibe, and the length needs to fall exactly at the top of your footwear. Tailored denim are beneficial because they know how to act appropriately in company. When streamlined trousers possessed character, they would be timely and courteous, highly organized. This is why they are your ally in this case.
The most common error we do when trying to appear polished in trousers is to try to downplay the jeans. When you choose plain jeans and conceal them with something snazzy above in the expectation that not a soul will notice you are in jeans, you aren't concealing the fabric – you look hastily assembled, which is not the goal in the least. A simple strap that accentuates of the trousers is the way to go.
Firm material offers the best outline, so seek out low elasticity. The waistband should be at your natural waistline – anything low-rise sends a less formal vibe – and snug but not constricting. You are going to use a belt anyway (as noted, do keep up) and I don't think denim ought to ever be tight. You should feel secure, but not cramped.
A blazer combined with denim like a bold lip color applied to a natural complexion. The juxtaposition makes the look appear deliberate and intentional, which projects confidence. The mix of denim with smooth fabric or crepe brings interest and detail. This functions over a shirt or casual top for day, or a dressier item for night. Choose a chain necklace or a simple hoop rather than a swinging elaborate jewelry. It seems quite European, see the idea?
Jeans-and-a-nice-top is a timeless with good cause, notably if you are heading out for dinner. Opting for jeans eases assembling an look easier, which is convenient if it's a speedy after-work transition. A delicate undershirt below your blazer is a easy option that gives you alternatives: you may retain the layers intact if you are near the door with a cool draft, or take off the coat off if you begin to getting warm in toasty indoor climate.
The right shoe makes the difference between laid-back polish and just stepped out. It isn't necessary to wear a high heel, though it can help. A classic shiny pump with a jean is always stylish, but loafers, clean sneakers or short boots are all suitable. A flash of skin someplace is always a welcome element, if the temperature lets you: a few buttons undone on a top, or a open-toe shoe if you are wearing a crewneck sweater.
At times the easy choice ends up to be the smart one. And should it's appropriate for a film festival, it's suitable for your corner table in a local restaurant.
A passionate music journalist with over a decade of experience covering indie and mainstream artists across various genres.