5. Shades of American Psycho

Fans of Patrick Bateman already know this combed back aesthetic. Sophisticated preppy meets Wall Street wealth in a sleek, timeless cut that never goes out of style. Avoid the cropped sides with this version. It’s all about length.

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20. The Vintage Take

Now that Justin Timberlake no longer has an oodles of noodles ‘do, he defines #hairgoals for quite a lot of guys, and rightly so. Learn how to do a comb over with short hair by stealing JT’s look. Notice how the sheared sides transition into a longer length closer to the crown. That clean part is an important detail, too.

21. Up and Over

To achieve a comb over like this, you have to focus on volume and height. That high spike requires a product to keep its shape. At the very least, you have to spend some quality time with your blow dryer to perfect this style. Don’t worry, though. It’s as easy as combing your hair up and to the side.

22. Fade into Curls

There’s a lot going on here, but all of it’s on-point. Men with naturally curly or wavy hair bring a new dimension to the combed over undercut. Notice how his hair is shortest around the temples and the nape of his neck. The fade is crucial. You also need to ask the barber or stylist to create a clear line of delineation at the part.

23. Combed Over with a Sleek Side Part

Everything about this comb over hairstyle is sleek, polished, and put together. This is a cut that easily carries you from the office to the club, from the classroom to the bar, or from the gym to the movies. It always looks good, it’s easy to style, and because it doesn’t require much shaving, the upkeep is fairly minimal.

24. Back Combed Undercut