Slicked back hair has been a staple for 'bad boys' like Marlon Brando, David Beckham and countless other celebrities. While it can work for any age group or occasion, this hairstyle is best suited for medium-length, straight hair types. Give the classic haircut an upgrade with shaved sides and color to make it your own, or go for a more conservative look within the trend.

You can create your stylish smooth back based on long top, short sides, long top, fade or taper hairstyle. In any case, you need longer hair and a quality styling product suitable for your hair type. Let's take a look at some of the best examples.

A loose haircut includes shaved sides with a longer top. Smoothing it back shows off the cropped areas and contrast of the textures best. This is especially ideal for men with beards to keep the focus on the face.

This loose cut with beard is one of the most popular men's styles at the moment because it is all about contrasts and balance. The scruffy beard and bald fade are sharp, but the combed crown is chic and neat.