Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 13, 2025 · Entertainment

Sam Smith and Christian Cowan Steal the Show at NYFW with a Glamorous Arrival

Sam Smith was joined by longtime partner Christian Cowan at Friday's 72 magazine launch event

SULTRY SAM SMITH SIZZLES IN BLACK AT 72 MAGAZINE LAUNCH

It's official - Sam Smith is giving us major fashion goals! The talented singer, who has been unapologetically themselves for years, stepped out in a stunning full-length black gown with a matching shawl at the launch of 72 Magazine on Friday. And they weren't alone - their adoring partner Christian Cowan was by their side, looking dashing in a pinstripe black suit and shiny black loafers.

The 33-year-old music icon, who has been using they/them pronouns for some time now, added to their already-impressive look with black platform heels and a small black handbag. But it was the ginger-toned beard and small hoop earrings that really made their outfit pop. Who knew Sam Smith had such a flair for style?!

The 33-year-old music artist, who uses they/them pronouns, was clad in full-length black gown with a matching shawl for the occasion

The Latch hitmaker - who has been making waves in the music industry with hits like "Too Good at Goodbyes" and "I'm Not Here to Make Friends" - was spotted earlier this year sporting a dapper look in London's Notting Hill. But it seems they've been saving their best fashion moments for 72 Magazine's inaugural issue.

And speaking of that, the magazine is a must-read! Julia Roberts takes center stage as the cover star, and insiders are buzzing about her in-depth interview with longtime friend George Clooney. "It's not every day you get to start a new adventure...with Julia Roberts" - indeed it isn't!

As for Sam and Christian, they've been inseparable since they started dating nearly three years ago. And we can't blame them! The couple made their red carpet debut at the star-studded Met Gala in May 2024, turning heads with their stylish outfits.

Sam and Christian, 29, held hands as the designer stepped out in a pinstripe black suit and shiny black loafers

But what really caught our attention was Sam's candid interview with GQ UK last October. "Over the last few years, as I’ve become confident in my skin, I’ve got loads of wonderful romantic attention," they confessed. "It’s been incredible...I’ve decided that I will always keep that private now." Ah, we get it - some secrets are just too precious to share!

Meanwhile, 72 Magazine's founder Edward Enninful is being hailed as a trailblazer in the fashion world. And Julia Roberts couldn't be more proud! "Today is the day! @ee72 ⭐️ @edward_enninful - I adore you and treasure our friendship and the way you bring people together," she wrote on Instagram, congratulating Edward on this exciting new venture.

And we can't wait to get our hands on a copy of 72 Magazine's debut issue, which hits shelves today! With Julia Roberts on the cover and an exclusive interview with George Clooney inside, it's going to be a must-read for fashion and pop culture enthusiasts alike. So, who's ready to join the 72 Magazine revolution?

Christian added a baseball cap with floral embroidery sewn throughout the front during the New York City outing

THE SCHOLARLY NOTE

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Julia Roberts is the cover star for the magazine's inaugural issue, released September 12