Sam Smith is 'ecstatic' to be unveiled as new face of Balenciaga

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The 23-year-old announced his modelling debut on Twitter
He stars in a new black-and-white campaign for Balenciaga
Many commenters have noted how good the singer looks
He recently shed three stone after eliminating dairy and cutting back carbs

Published: 12:07 EST, 16 July 2015 | Updated: 15:09 EST, 16 July 2015

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After shedding three stone by eliminating dairy and cutting back on carbs, Sam Smith is showcasing his new slimline physique - as the face of Balenciaga's new campaign.

The 23-year-old announced his modelling role with the luxury fashion house on Twitter, telling his 3.2 million followers: 'So honoured and ecstatic to announce my collaboration with @BALENCIAGA on the upcoming FW15 Menswear collection!'

He also shared a video and images of himself starring in the moody black-and-white adverts, as dozens of followers complimented his suave look.

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Strike a pose: Completing his transformation from chubby to fashionably trim, British singer Sam Smith has been unveiled as the new face of the luxury fashion house, Balenciaga

In the spotlight: The 23-year-old London-born artist took to Twitter to share the news with his 3.2million fans

'Sam you look f****** amazing.,' one commenter said, while another added, 'what an excellent man'.

Photos on the Balenciaga Instagram page show Smith in all of his modelling glory.

In one shot he is seen wearing a turtleneck sweater and dinner jacket as he poses in a room with curved walls built from concrete blocks.

Then, in another image, he strikes a serious pose at the camera while wearing a thick wool overcoat.

The British pop star was captured by London-based fashion photographer, Josh Olins.

Sam Smith debuts as model in Balenciaga campaign

Man of mystery: In one image, Smith strikes a serious pose while wearing a thick wool overcoat

Manbags at dawn: The pop star showcases accessories along with clothing

Sneak-peek of BALENCIAGA Fall-Winter 2015 Men’s Campaign Video featuring Sam Smith, directed by Josh Olins. @samsmithworld #samsmith #Balenciaga #balxsamsmith

A video posted by Balenciaga (@balenciaga) on Jul 15, 2015 at 7:31am PDT

While it is his first modeling campaign, it isn't Smith's first dalliance with fashion.

He appeared as Vogue's Today I'm Wearing star in April, sharing his outfit choices every day for a month.

During the stint, he modelled looks including Topman skinny jeans, a custom Burberry shirt and a well-cut Emporio Armani cashmere jacket.

The pictures revealed a newfound confidence in his slimline frame, the result of a dietary regime by nutritionist Amelia Freer that helped 'transform' the vocalist's relationship with food.

Slimmed down: Over the past year the London-born artist has dropped three stone by following a dairy-free, low-carb and low sugar diet

Flashback: Performing at the Brit awards last year Sam had a fuller figure and face

Thanks to the overhaul - which involved cutting out dairy products and reducing carbs and sugar - Smith managed to lose three stone.

He said of his transformation: 'Amelia Freer has helped me lose over a stone in two weeks and has completely transformed my relationship with food.

'It's not even about weight loss it's about feeling happy in yourself. Love you Amelia & thank you for making me feel so happy inside and out @ameliafreer #eatnourishglow'

The full FW15 Balenciaga men's collection is set to be released soon.

Other famous faces who have posed for the Paris-head-quartered fashion brand include, Kristen Stewart, Rihanna and Kate Moss.