Socks are out.

Jagmeet Singh made the quip days before he won the leadership of Canadas left-wing New Democratic Party on the first ballot, a stunning rout of three experienced members of Parliament.

Just ahead of a debate hosted by HuffPost Canada , Singh immaculately dressed in a pinstriped navy suit and bright orange turban used the line to explain his noticeably bare ankles.

The 38-year-old politician cant help but stand out. His fashion sense has landed him on best-dressed lists and earned him a profile in GQ. Uncommon stuff for someone aspiring to lead a party that champions the poor and marginalized.