I've not been happy with my hair the last few years. Finally changed something and I really really like how it looks.... when it's wet

If I wet it fully and push it back with a towel to stop it dripping, then make a side part it looks perfect for how I want it.

Thing is as soon as it dries it looks terrible. The matte clay I've been using (which I apply to dry hair) isn't working to create the look I want - I've tried it with my hair wet and dry.

So what do I need to just keep it looking EXACTLY how it looks when wet?

So I need hair spray? Gel? Both? Pomade?

I don't necessarily want it shiny, more just the texture to be right.

Thanks!