Sam Smith is a far cry from their racy stage costumes on NYC stroll

They have created quite a statement with their racy and eccentric costumes of late. 

But Sam Smith looked worlds away from their stage persona as they stepped out in a casual ensemble for a catch up with friends in West Village, New York on Friday. 

The non-binary singer, 30, cut a laid-back figure in a black oversized coat which they layered atop of a white knitted striped jumper. 

They teamed the look with acid wash jeans and white trainers for the outing with their pal, who rocked a vibrant purple coat and patterned outfit.  

Sam puffed on a cigarette as they chatted to a friend during their afternoon out in the Big Apple. 

Keeping it casual: Sam Smith looked worlds away from their stage persona as they stepped out in a casual ensemble for a catch up with friends in West Village, New York on Friday

Casually-clad: The non-binary singer, 30, cut a laid-back figure in a black oversized coat which they layered atop of a white knitted striped jumper

Daring: Sam's outfit was much more understated compared to the one they wore for the BRITs earlier this week (pictured) 

Sam was unfazed by recent drama as earlier in the day, they were called out publicly for their performance of 'Unholy' alongside Kim Petras at the 2023 Grammy Awards. 

In a video posted to social media, the non-binary star was accosted by an Irish woman at the Central Park Zoo for being a 'demonic, twisted, sick bastard.' 

'Sam Smith belongs in hell,' the woman could be heard yelling at the singer. 'Leave the kids alone you sick f***er.' 

The Stay With Me singer continued walking as the unidentified Irish woman hurled insults at them. 

During the racy performance of their hit single, Petras and Smith appeared in red latex surrounded by dancers with whips and horns, including Sam whose top hat was adorned with devil horns.

After the performance, host Trevor Noah immediately joked about the fact the satanic themes would outrage some viewers.

The song was met with a similar reception at last week's BRIT Awards where the raunchy performance garnered over 100 Ofcom complaints over 'devil worship' and a passionate kiss.

The non-binary singer performed the hit along with Kim at London's o2 on Saturday, where two backing dancers enjoyed a snog at the end of the performance. 

In NYC: They teamed the look with acid wash jeans and white trainers for the outing with their pal, who rocked a vibrant purple coat and patterned outfit

Habit: Sam puffed on a cigarette as they chatted to a friend during their afternoon out in the Big Apple

A spokesperson for Ofcom told MailOnline: 'We received 106 complaints about The Brit Awards on ITV1 on 11 February.'

'The majority of complaints related to Sam Smith’s performance, with the remainder about the use of offensive language and consumption of alcohol.' 

Sam is in New York after he was pictured supporting rumoured boyfriend Christian from the front row during the city's Fashion Week.

The pair were previously pictured together during a cosy outing in New York last month, but are yet to confirm if they are dating.

Not bothered: Sam was unfazed by recent drama as earlier in the day, they were called out publicly for their performance of 'Unholy' alongside Kim Petras at the 2023 Grammy Awards

Show: During the racy performance of their hit single, Petras and Smith appeared in red latex surrounded by dancers with whips and horns (pictured) 

Busy: They chatted away on the phone as they strolled the streets of NYC 

Hectic schedule: Sam arrived in America earlier this week after performing at the BRITs