On an autumn morning at The Standard Hotel in Los Angeles, we sat for a chat with Actor and TV Host Oliver Trevena who has just completed his latest project. In his charismatic gentleman form he shared his thoughts on our most pressing questions. As you know we get personal.

MR. OLIVER TREVENA

Coffee or tea?

Coffee — which is weird being British.

Boxers or briefs?

Boxers.

How would you describe your personal style?

Contemporary British.

What’s your favorite body part?

The eyes.

Do you sing in the shower?

Yes. Always.

How would someone get your special attention?

I love someone that smiles and laughs.

How has acting affected your life?

It’s given me some incredible memories, lessons and challenges.

Do you speak any other languages?

A little Spanish.

Name a Perfect Actor?

Joaquin Phoenix, Meryl Streep, Daniel Day-Lewis — It’s so hard to name one.

Any favorite new movies?

Joker — just saw it. Incredible.

Oliver wears suit TOPMAN, watch ROLEX

Oliver wears jacket THEORY, mock turtleneck TOM SWEENEY, eyewear MATSUDA

What item in your wardrobe would you describe as defining?

I love my Saint Laurent boots, but I think my Newsboy caps are my favorite addition to an outfit.

Do you ever compromise?

Of course. When it makes sense.

What would be your super power?

I would love to fly if I had a super power. So peaceful up there!

How do you handle stress?

Breathing and meditation. It’s life changing.

What are your greatest strengths and weaknesses?

Still figuring that out.

Your favorite thing to do on a Sunday morning?

Hike or go to the beach for a walk before it gets too busy.

Tell us about what you're working on now?

Just wrapped a movie called “The Reckoning” with director Neil Marshall and have a few more releases over the next 8 months which I’m excited about. I also have a couple of movies I’m producing, so looking forward to those getting started too.

Where would you like to visit?

New Zealand and Iceland — both top of my list.

Which fictional character would be the most exciting to meet in real life?

Wesley from “Princess Bride.“

What advice would you give to someone who wanted to do what you do?

Don’t be disheartened by set backs. Failures are inevitable. Stay true to who you are and go for it.

Photography JUSTIN CHEN, Style GABRIEL LANGENBRUNNER, Grooming ARLEN FARMER