Since breaking onto the scene with Grammy-winning, heart-wrenching ballads and simple suits geared towards sincerity, Sam Smith has come a long way. Those who have been devote followers of Smith’s career can attest to a meaningful journey— both in music and out— towards self-love, happiness, and confidence. 

Having brought home four gleaming Grammy awards with their debut album In The Lonely Hour, Smith set out on a trajectory that has allowed them to lean further into their artistry and their truth. As they connected with a more gender-fluid identity, they gradually shed uninspired menswear staples of their earlier days, replacing fitted bombers, suede derby shoes, and easy suit jackets with playful patterned shirts, feathery coats, cheeky statement accessories, and a trusty selection of heeled boots. Now on tour for Gloria, their fourth and most experimental album to date, Smith has embarked on a sartorial adventure marked by ornate corsetry and avant-garde couture ensembles from the likes of Tomo Koizumi, Pierpaolo Piccioli’s Valentino, and Christian Cowan. Whether Smith is tearing up world stages with empowering dance-pop anthems or strutting around town with ruffled blouses and pearl drop earrings, their wardrobe channels a liberating spirit that defines this new, and very welcome, era of Sam Smith.