With the Met Gala just hours away, Sam Smith is already stirring up buzz, and maybe a little chaos, after teasing their upcoming look online. The Sam Smith’s Wild Met Gala Tease Divides Fans Online first appeared on The Blast

With the Met Gala just hours away, Sam Smith, who uses they/them pronouns, is already stirring up buzz, and maybe a little chaos, after teasing their upcoming look online. The singer shared a captivating teaser ahead of fashion’s biggest night, showcasing a daring, avant-garde look complete with a sculptural black orb balanced above their head, while delicate lace detailing framed the neckline for added drama. The look feels theatrical and very much in line with Smith’s reputation for pushing boundaries on the red carpet. And if the teaser is any indication, they’re not playing it safe this year.

Sam Smith Sparks Frenzy With Bizarre Met Gala Tease

After the image went viral on X (formerly Twitter), fans quickly flooded the comments, and the reactions were all over the place. Some were instantly nostalgic, with one user writing, “Goddd please bring back the sad Sam Smith.. I don’t like the happy version of him…”

Others took a more humorous approach, joking, “Whoville gotta be mad this mfer taking their signature look,” while another added, “I swear he’s worn this a million times.”

But not everyone was критical. Some fans were fully here for the bold fashion moment, with one post reading, “Sam Smith never disappoints when it comes to bold fashion choices. Met Gala night is about to get iconic.”

And of course, a few couldn’t resist poking fun at the theme itself, with one user joking they’d show up in a hotdog costume, “and see if people think it’s art.”

Smith Was Already Serving Looks At Bezos’ Star-Studded Pre-Met Bash

Before teasing their headline-making Met Gala look, Sam Smith was already turning heads at one of the weekend’s most exclusive events. Ahead of the annual Met Gala, held every first Monday in May to benefit the Costume Institute, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos hosted a star-studded pre-party at their New York City residence on Saturday, May 2. And naturally, Smith showed up ready to make a statement.

The singer stepped out in a sharply tailored black suit layered over a silky, polka-dot scarf that added a playful twist to the otherwise classic look. Dark sunglasses, slicked-back hair, and a bold mustache completed the vibe.

Sam Smith’s 2024 Met Gala Debut Was Personal

When Sam Smith finally made their Met Gala red carpet debut in 2024, they didn’t just show up; they made it meaningful. The singer stepped out in a custom look designed by their partner, Christian Cowan, blending romance with high fashion in a way that instantly stood out.

“I couldn’t have dreamed of a better companion for the occasion,” Smith told Vogue at the time. “I think of the Gala as fashion Christmas, just as fabulous and just as serious, given the incredible work done at the Met.”

The couple fully leaned into a coordinated moment, arriving in sleek tuxedo-inspired looks. Cowan wore a crisp white version, while Smith opted for a black tailored design that pushed boundaries, featuring a sheer chiffon skirt overlay layered over traditional suiting.

That Viral Latex Moment Still Lives Rent-Free

Before all the Met Gala buzz, Sam Smith had already proven they’re not afraid to go all-in for a fashion moment, just look at the 2023 Brit Awards. Smith went viral after stepping out in an inflated latex look designed by Harri, a sculptural, high-shine outfit that instantly broke the internet. And behind the scenes, it was just as chaotic as it looked.

“This is my favorite thing I’ve ever worn in my life,” Smith told Vogue. “Once I was blown up, we had to lube the whole outfit. I remember my mom sitting there being like, What the f-ck is going on?”

Getting to the red carpet wasn’t exactly easy either. “I couldn’t get in the car to get to the red carpet, so I had to walk outside of the arena past all of the crew, and I was just squeaking and walking by,” they added.

Sam Smith Goes From Tailored Suits To Boundary-Breaking Style

Going back to the very beginning, Sam Smith traces their fashion journey to the era of their debut album, “In the Lonely Hour,” which recently marked its 10-year anniversary. At the time, their look was far more traditional, anchored in sharp, tailored suits that became part of their early identity as a rising star.

“This was the first time that I started wearing masc clothing,” Smith reflected. “All through school, I wore dresses, leggings, and makeup; I started to find a lot of comfort in dressing down for the first time.”

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