The Best Hair Salons in Toronto
Jodi at Coupe Bizzarre cuts my hair, and she's doing really well. She styles for bands, appears on TV, and is generally in demand.
Which worries me. Because my hair is emotionally attached to her. She coaxed its ill-defined waviness into an angular bob with a severe undercut, and now she's nursing it back through regrowth into something as yet undefined.
"I'm not scared of much, but haircuts frighten me" said a blogTO commenter. But really, it's just hair. If you do something you regret, well, that's why we have hats. Maybe making winter an ideal time to try something new (there's not much that can't be hidden under a toque). It doesn't always feel like it after a cut gone awry ("grow damn you!"), but chopped off hair does return -- so have some fun with it.
Lead photographs: at left - Fringe; at centre - Sonia & Laine of Redd; at right - W Lifestyle.
Grateful Head
Grateful Head ("let us blow you away") has put down roots where others have failed, along the north edge of Trinity Bellwoods on Dundas St W. Drop in for the name, stay for the cuts. A "rock'n'roll hair salon and art gallery". Stylists slash musicians practice in off-hours in the basement jam space. More...
John Steinberg and Associates
The mischievously twinkly-eyed John Steinberg (and, of course, his associates) has a prime corner spot on King St W. John has celebrity status from his work on Cityline, and also from being a prominent part of his neighbourhood. He's an urban cyclist, and once you've noticed him, you start seeing him everywhere. More...
W Lifestyle
Aradia's pole-dancing (for exercise) is upstairs, Chatelet Kids is one over, and the Salvation Army is to the right. W (or "W Lifestyle" - the "Lifestyle" is just silent on the sign) occupies a helluva nook. But W has the requisite stylish stylists, staying power and a loyal following. More...
Glam
Glam, on Harbord near Ossington, is proof perfect that cutting hair is just the start at many Toronto salons. Glam will also do your makeup, your tattoos, and arrange for your photography studio rental. But yes, they do style hair as well as everything else -- starting at $50 for a women's cut. More...
Flaunt Boutique
Flaunt Boutique has the first website I've seen with a dynamic relighting dimmer switch -- a nod to the intentional lighting in the salon itself. Flaunt is a self-described "one-stop style bazaar", an "after hours hair boutique, style garage and hangout". Women's cut with Angel $45, with Ivan $80. More...
Navigate Space
So you can get a tattoo at Glam, but it's Navigate Space that gives you "handmade hair" at the same place as Yoga and Pilates. Bend your mind around the concept ("About letting go, not getting done-up"). Then bend your body, and finish with a trim. At 1700 square feet it's larger than most condos. More...
Redd Hair Studio
Closing in on their 10th anniversary (next year), Redd was an early adopter of Liberty Village. The salon's outer traditional brick/ inner modern style exemplifies positive reuse of heritage buildings. They have specialists in in Euronatural hair extensions (ask for Sonia), as well as being the salon behind the Juno Awards. More...
Coupe Bizzarre
Coupe, with its 2001 Space Odyssey decor, and taped-to-the-window requests for short-hair models, is a West Queen West institution. Many stylists specialize in the more neglected hair types (like curly). The longer you're a client, the more you trust them, and the further you drift away from a simple coupe and towards bizzarre. More...
World Salon
World is dedicated to minimizing their footprint. They reduced their power consumption by 50%, became a member of Windshare (the co-op behind the waterfront wind turbine), use three solar panels to heat their hot water, and have done it all while remaining one of the city's top salons. More...
Poison Ivy
Poison Ivy is a transplant to Little Italy from Kensington Market (giving them massive space compared to Kensington lots). Women's cuts for $45, though they specialize in men's textured cuts as well. Abba vegan hair products, student discounts, and complimentary bang trims for regulars. More...
Hair By David
Hair By David is embedded in the 477 Richmond building (near Spadina). It really is David (Newman), a stylist with 14-years of experience, who jet-sets back and forth between Toronto and his client base in London (from whence he just returned). Women's cuts $70 ($75 for new clients). More...
Shampoo
You might not have noticed Shampoo's small storefront in Kensington market. Pretty much right at the corner of Kensington Ave and St. Andrew, if you've gotten to Moonbeam, you've gone too far. Back up one to the place with the "do they sell bubble tea?" styled signs. More...
Fringe Salon
Seems that all salons have a thing about declaring their allegiances these days, and Fringe has aligned itself with Aveda. Along with new(er) businesses like Made You Look, Fringe is part of a burgeoning style cluster at Queen and Brock in Parkdale. More...
Fuss Hair Studio
A boutique hair studio in Leslieville, Fuss promises to "fuss with your hair to bring out your best look". Co-owners Stacey Lipstein and Kristin Rankin's black, white and red studio is easy on the eyes, part of the philosophy to help "people to look and feel their best, while sustaining the beauty of our environment". More...
Bob and Paige Salon
It took me way, way too long to "get" the name of this salon. Bob and Paige Salon on the Danforth are the winners of the 2009 Contessa award (Canadian Hairstylist of the Year) for Salon Interior Design of the Year. And it is slick looking. If a Bond villain were going to operate out of a hair salon... More...
Comments (116)
7 of the above salons - Glam, Flaunt, Redd, Coupe Bizarre, Poison Ivy, Hair by David, & Fuss - all charge more for women's haircuts than men. (Perhaps some of the others do as well). I've been going to my hairdresser for several years. He works out of his home, doesn't charge base don gender, and I pay $60 for a cut and color. And my hair always looks great. Why would I go to any place that's going to charge me more automatically just because I'm a woman?
I have another nominee: In'I Hair Design is an trendy-yet-unpretentious salon. You would never know that they were up above the Burger King on Bloor St W (just east of Bathurst St). The space is comfortable and inviting. The owners Sandi and Jennifer are attentive and considerate. It's the best kept secret in Toronto! www.inihairdesign.com
shelagh, I think it's probably because my men's haircut takes about 10 minutes, while my wife's haircut takes about an hour.
Not sure I'd want someone cutting my hair in their home :/ That sounds a bit yucky.
@keven:
that's you and your wife. each individual is different. some men's haircuts take longer (believe me, I've seen them). charge for the time & product, not the person.
The GLAM team has my vote! Kat and Daina are very talented, Shawn is an amazing tatoo artist and Billy takes fabulous photos. They're all ARTISTS in there own trade.
I'm so happy to see that GLAM made the list.
Not only are they the most personable and fun people there but the creativity that comes out of them is incredible. I had Kat do our hair and Melissa do our make-up at our wedding and everytime I look at the pictures I can't help but think how awesome we look. They are never afraid to try new things and Kat is the ONLY person I trust with my hair because she's not afraid of anything.
Something about having tat and hair specialists in one place makes me very very nervous
(I think it's just that I am afraid of needles and thus don't trust any tat shop that isn't specialized exclusively)
but otherwise I have heard the most positive feedback about GLAM and John Steinburg (putting prices aside, of course)
I have to agree with MizzMonsta, In'I is amazing. Been going there for years, wouldn't think of switching.
Another great place and WONDERFUL guy for curly hair is Franco at Taz on Yorkville. Mine has a mind of its own but always looks great since he's been cutting it - and I don't own a hairdryer!
"Something about having tat and hair specialists in one place makes me very very nervous
(I think it's just that I am afraid of needles and thus don't trust any tat shop that isn't specialized exclusively)"
I get my hair and tattoos done at GLAM. It is more of an artists collective or a co-op than a specialized shop. Each person in the studio is very established in their craft. The tattoos are done in a private room, and Shawn Mckenzie does some of the finest cover up and high detail work I have ever seen.
You rock guys, congrats!
Ok, since there is complaining from women that they pay more for haircuts, how about men get free entrance to all clubs downtown in return?
It's all business. Most women's hair take much longer than men's (average the time and you'll see what I mean). Also most women's hair take much more effort than men's. If they had same price for men's and women's hair it wouldn't be fair since I would be paying for someone else whose hair takes much longer than mine.
I've never paid for hair more than $25 and never will!
@N: It's not just haircuts that women pay more for: clothing, shampoo, deodorant and other female-marketed toiletries cost more than male-geared products. (And might I mention that women still get paid generally less than men do, for the same job?) Where is the "business" in that?
just a note...coupe bizzarre does not charge more for women.
it is $59 for all haircuts. $5 less with student i.d.
Coupe Bizzarre doe not charge differently for women or men. Our prices are for student and non student.
What guy pay $59 for a haircut? A lot. Some one that doe not want a $10 hack job with no personality.
Not sure if she is there anymore but the BEST colourist, hands down, is Debbie at Coupe. Great stylist too but damn, is she fine with colour!
>A lot. Some one that doe not want a $10 hack job with no personality.
I don't know about that one. I pay bubkus for my haircut, and I look like a freaking rockstar walking out of my stylist's salon. I constantly get comments on how awesome it looks.
I certainly don't pay 60 dollars OR 10 dollars. My stylist is also not a 'hack' and her salon destroyed your salon in this poll.
As per the male/female question of pricing-some of my clients religious beliefs do not allow them to cut their hair short-thus I use eco-friendly color for their long hair-which costs me more money then a person with 1'' hair- so I charge for it. Should I not due to religious discrimination?
I like my little korean across from from Rocco's Plum Tomato near honest ed. 30 bucks and she can cut my crazy wiry thick hair like its made of silk. A true gem. Why pay more just for some fancy lights and pretentious atmosphere. I just want in and out. Price has nothingto do with quality. I've paid up to 100 bucks and gotten crappy haircuts.
Down the street from Coupe Bizarre is a brilliant salon called Harlots. I went to a cheap place over a year ago where my long wavy hair was butchered. After I got home to my neighbourhood, I walked into the least busy place on that Friday night only to get Sherry-who not only fixed my hair, but charged me less than her going rate since she was just "fixing" and earned herself a regular client. In the past year, she has made my wavy hair go from flat and dull to vibrant and curly.
I just happen to surf to this page and this blog caught my eye...I fought to try not to write a comment but I lost. So, here's my rant! Having a close partner for 25 years, whom has dedicated her life's love and career for over 30 years here in our wonderful city. It would be somewhat wrong for me to mention "the best hair salons" etc. There are many talented and creative professionals working in salons all over the GTA for their own reasons. A little brag...I know there is few that can surpass here expose, skills and experience. On with it,
there is not one salon with zero diffeciency. This is due to it's management (owner/agent) and the greedy ego attitudes. It is to the Hair Industries future how you "professionals" continue or change this selfdistructive way of 'doing business'. Peace and thx for letting me RANT!
all jokes aside, I've seen a bunch of stylists at House of Lords and I'd recommend ROBERT to any dude looking for a short cut. He knows what he's doing, more so then many upscale places.
And for $15 drop in service you can't go wrong.
i recently went to house of lords for a haircut. while i was severely annxious after having a terrible experience recently i was more than pleasantly suprised. i was fortunate enough to get a sweet lady named Lisa and not only was she great in her description of the plans for my new look, she was also incredibly patient and kind. i realized a haircut does not have to be a traumatic experience. i will not only go back but i have sent a number of friend's and family to her. she is awesome with both men and women. it is just a joy to sit in her chair, she has such a positive and cheerful attitude, a completely awesome experience.
Daina at Glam has been doing my hair for almost a year, and she somehow manages to read my mind every time. She does EXACTLY what I want, and I rarely have to even explain it! We recently had Melissa do hair and makeup for our band's photoshoot with Will, and both of them were fantastic to work with - not to mention the final photos were amazing. Next up - Sean has designed a quarter sleeve tat in memory of my grandmother, and I can't wait to get it started.
If you're offended by being charged a different price, well too bad. Gender price differentials are a rough proxy but are generally accurate. There's also the point that if salons want to attract male customers, they are competing not with other salons charging $60 but with barbers charging $15, making a discount fairly essential.
The gender warriors need to be less offended and look at why there are price differences. Haircuts have two easy reasons. Dry cleaning has two fairly reasonable issues as well: the median male customer is sending more of his wardrobe to the dry cleaner, offering economies of scale and an incentive to accept lower margins, while the median woman's item is more delicate and requires more attention (even a $500 men's shirt uses fairly rugged cotton and sturdy buttons, while women's shirts are more likely to have delicate construction, delicate fabrics, and non-standard shapes).
Rather than go for a complicated pricing system that would be unpredictable for clients, retailers use a heuristic to recoup their costs and offer a predictable bill to the customer. No one wants to sit down for 5 hours to understand their dry cleaning bill, or be charged by the minute for their haircut (does conversation get billed separately? would people now demand totally silent cuts so that they're not overcharged by a relentlessly talkative hair dresser?). These are minor chores not worth paying any real attention to despite what some MA in Women's Studies would prefer.
Brian Phillips At World Salon is brilliant.
John Steinberg is the isall and the end all of hair in Toronto.
Hi Ladies and Gents,
It,s Susete from Poison Ivy, just for the record our mens' cuts are $40.00 and our womens' cuts are $45.00 (its a $5.00 difference) and if you have short hair and want a guys cut without any fuse l will be more than happy to charge you $40.00.
Thanks Susete
p.s. check out our website also for monthly promos, www.poisonivyhair.com also feel free to email us at poisonivy_hair@hotmail.com
Way To Go Susete!! Your shop is lovely, great staff, wonderful service and all at a wonderful price. I have been a customer of Poison Ivy for over 8 years, and I've had my haircut by each person working there. Everybody that works for Poison Ivy does a wonderful job on my hair and it's the cheapest price in that area!
The nice thing is that when you walk in the employees call you by your name, ask you how your family is and makes you feel warm with a nice fresh cup of coffee.
Poison Ivy is a wonderful shop and I enjoy my monthly visit!!
Hi, did anybody had a great experience with a haircut for very fine hair?? I have very fine hair and need a really good cut.
thank you,...
No Cooney for Hair??? (Queen and Spadina)
I had a cut from them first time today since I read so many raves about them online, and I totally agree. Best one I've had since I moved to TO. Cooney himself took the phone and told me they actually were closed today, but after explaining I'd be gone to Brampton before tomorrow, he said sure, he'd have us (brother and I) even though they officially were closed :) we are both really satisfied!
Thanks for the recommendation! I liked the cut of these ladies' jib, and got a great cut and colour from Ashley. Lovely decor, too. Thanks, blogTO comments section!
Hey y'all. Can anyone recommend a place with confident stylists that KNOW hair? I need a complete overhaul in the hair department but I swear to god, none of the dozens of places I've tried in my lifetime has ever left me with a look that I 100% like.
So this is what I'm looking for.
*I walk in*
Me: Hi. I have no idea what kind of haircut to get. Do whatever you think will look best for someone with my skin, face, body, hair, etc.
Stylist: Gotcha
Me: OMG Its perfect
So, can anyone recommend a place? (BTW I have Asian hair)
You have to go to Navigate and see John Taccone, the corner of Berkley and Esplanade. John knows exactly what to do with hair, whoever you are, and whatever the hair condition. The surroundings are spectacular...you go away not only with great hair, but a sense of having been in a very good place. And you don't have to rush out when you are done... enjoy the sofa, the art, the music, a cool drink! John is mister hospitality and knows feeling good about your hair has a lot to do with how you feel about yourself. I miss him, since I am now in Winnipeg!
I go to Gabriel at Salon Gabriel. It's not cheap but I have never had a bad haircut from him. I always get compliments, even after my hair has grown out for months!
www.salongabriel.com
I had the worst haircut ever at grateful head, by the OWNER, Lisa.
Someone suggested I go to her because I have curly hair, but she didn't listen to a thing I said and instead did everything I asked her not to. Biggest waste of $75 ever. Having long and thick hair, I'm still paying for it 7 months later.
I am searching an old stylist and need some help. His name is Adrian (dont know his last name) and he worked at Salon Jie many many years ago before opening his own salon in Yorkville (which I heard). He was amazing and taught me to straighten my afro Indian hair. I have not found a stylist with his expertise. I have to say at the age of 18 years old (11 years ago) it was pricey to go see him but I look back and think it was well worth it. He understands black hair and I need to see him again. Does anyone know where he is now?
I used to get great cuts from a stylist named Franklin at House of Lords... anyone have any idea where he went?? He's half Philippino half Irish.
Hey there! I am also looking for Adrian! If you find out where he is can you let me know as well? Thanks.
hi folks, i'm kind of losing my hair (i'm almost 30). i need a new haircut and a stylist that will shape a style that will look good. i need to find a salon that will treat me right and not charge too much. any suggestions? i live at king/yonge but can go anywhere
Hey I'm a student and I was just wondering if anyone knew of any cheap but good places to go to get highlights done. I want a change but the budget is a bit tight. Thanks!
Anyone try Rodrigo at W before?? I just made an appointment, never been to W before. Just needed a place to get my hair done for Saturday, any comments would be nice. Thanks.
Help! My daughter is desperate to get rid of the orange-red colour at the bottom of her hair, left over from years of dying it black and red. She has natural dark blond hair and the new growth is highlighted blonde. She wants to colour it all blonde but has been told that it can't be fixed. Can anyone give me the name of a good and brave colourist who could do this?
Heather, here's the thing, in a couple of parts:
That red orange band at the bottom of your daughter's hair IS difficult to remove, though not impossible. There are ways in which that area can be cleansed though it will leave the hair feeling a little less than amazing...and the shine is also a lost factor.
The colour will need to be evened out/balanced and the best approach is the one where "tone" is considered before "blondness/lightness".
Your daughter also needs to accept that a Good Haircut can/does alleviate a host of colour problems - by Good, I don not necessarily mean short...
As stylists/colourists, we often face this challenge...it is not surprising that a reputable stylist refuse to do the work. It is risky, and most of all, it requires that both the client and stylsit are abel to reach a common, acceptable goal.
My opinion? There is not a whole lot worse that multi toned, banded hair colour - it looks cheap and a little neurotic. The best, perhaps only, solution is to "cut it, treat it, blend it, tone it".
Oh, and always think/rethink Black...
I have crazy curly hair and I have gone to all the "specialty" curly hair places. None so far as been good, except Earth Salon on Scollard. GO THERE and ask for Mischaela, she will listen, that is right listen to you and give you what you want..
Hi everyone;
If you ladies need an amazing hair dresser that knows what he is doing with curly hair or straight go to '' Jimmy's Hair Salon'' he is in toronto. He is amazing will do what you want and is great with really curly hair. But also his blow dries are amazing, no flat irons like most places thats what they use to make their customers straight but not this guy he just uses his dryer and will get it as straight as a flat iron would and so much healthier for your hair.
Oh by the way he is super fast and his work LAST.
Try him out, so worth it.
PHILOSOPHY SALON IS THE BOMB. RELAXING, INVITING SPACE THAT HAS A WORKING FIREPLACE. THE COLOURIST THERE IS THE BEST IN THE CITY. LOVE IT. LOVE IT.
hi! i would like to find out if anyone knows where to get the best curling perm?! and possibly the one that will bring less damage possible
Hello,
I need some help!
My hair is naturally dark and I sometimes dye in black to darken it bc i love how it looks. I recently got a red chunk put into my hair just to add a splash of colour and some change. I regualrly condition my hair so it is pretty healthy, just wondering if anyone knows a good colourist who can help me with the upkeep and who is not tooo pricy?? It is a chunk and probably about 6 individual foils worth and I want a nice deep red, not bring and not pink...and if possible no bleach!
***WARNING***
I went to natural solutions at scharborough town center and they did not bleach or loghten my hair the first time so the colour only came out in my roots and made me pay for it (manager samanatha= totally rude, stylist=jean, very unfit to be working in a salon when she knows solittle about colour) I had to pay for the "service they provided" and then come back to have it fixed,,only to have her bleach my hair not blonde (thank god. only halfway) and put in the red......a tad pinky and not exactly what I wanted!! stay away guys!!!
Hi,
I dyed my hair a reddish orange a few months ago and I am now trying to find a good colourist to dye it dark brown.. Can anyone tell me where a good, not too expensively priced, place to go is?
Thanks!
Can anyone recommend a spot for me (a guy). I used to go to Coupe Bizarre but my last few trips there have been pretty sub-par. I'm looking for something that looks professional enough but still looks funky.
hi red+white, my name is Vicky and I work at an Awesome salon at 200 Ossington Ave. "Lush and Lavish Salon and Spa" which opened in October. I have been a hairdresser since 2001 and i am Awesome with coloring, and mens/womens cuts. Our salon isnt too far from coupe bizarre so give us a try, i would appreciate your business. Thanks.
Our # here is 647-343-6001
hi m! see my message above to red and white I work at 200 Ossington Lush and Lavish Salon/Spa, I believe in a great consultation and we are only a block away. ossington just south of dundas on the west side. THANKS VICKY
I wouldn't go back to House of Lords if you payed me, unless you want people who are straight outta school who have no idea what they're doing and you end up looking like a hot mess. Avoid that place at all costs. I'd rather pull a Britney than go back there.
I am fairly new to Toronto (not too new) and am frustrated. I am still to find a salon - downtown - that specialises in black hair. The one that I found Urban Textures, is good BUT I do not like to be held hostage. They know they are good (stying wise) and in demand...and therefore will treat you any which way. I would like to know if there are good salons that meet black hair care needs. I am tired of spenig half my day in a salon and then having the prices change up on me depending on what I am wearing! I am situated at Liberty Village. Perhaps you guys can do an instalment of black hair care salons i downtown Toronto.
Go to Concepts Salon for a Japanese Perm. I used to work there years ago. Book with a Japanese guy Satoshi, or one of the girls he would recommend. They will not give you a grandma perm, bring a picture with you
To cheeekycritter,
I empathize in your search for a reasonable black hair salon. Please let me know how your hunt goes as you and I are rocking in the same creaky boat.
For black hair salons try Azan's or Jazma. Both are highly reputable and have been on the Toronto scene forever.
I'm looking for someone who can do a good rocker cut as I've always had a mohawk and i've gone corporate but want to bring the life and fun back into my hair!
I'm new to the city and I have no clue where to go. People have told me a few places and I've check out reviews and been let down... any ideas?
I loveeee my hair finally........the best i've ever had as a hairdresser, you all must try Jimmy's Hair Salon.......amanda you were right girl.
Re: Black hair salons
Totally 2nding Azan's. Not the best customer service but they definitely know what they are doing and aren't crazy expensive. Didn't like Jazma. They didn't listen to what I wanted. You can also go see Valerie at Concepts in the Holt Renfrew Centre. She's quite busy though so book in advance. Sadly nothing I know of by Liberty - these are all Yonge/Bloor area.
hi there I have a question if someone can recommend a hairstylist that is: is attentive, listens well, is not an arrogant fashion fascist,doesn't make comments on your looks, does what you told her/him to do,talented artist and good craftsmen too?
Good advice is going to be well appreciated!
I myself have thinning super-fine (like a newborn baby's) hair that is a nightmare to style decently. Then I was recommended to go see Thuy (pronounced "Twee") at the Salon Daniel in Etobicoke (right across from the subway at Bloor & Islington) She did an amazing job & I will def be going back to her for my next haircut! The salon may look fancy (which can intimidate some) but don't be fooled, I found it to be a warm & friendly place!
My friend just so happened to stumble on this comment today and I would just like to say thank you sooooooooo much for your praise Liz, I am so glad I could make a difference to your hair, it's comments like that that make it allllllll worth it hahahahahaha, see you and that hair soon sister!!!!!
Sher;)
Hi!
I am looking for a GREAT hair colorist in Toronto. I am a brunette and desperately trying to find someone who can work wonders with highlights and semi-permanent color (to hide the grey! :) )
Nicky , If I many, great freind and stylist I refer to all my friends and clients, always raving reviews!! Manny has a great knack for a style unique to you and amazing with colours. email him direct for consoltation manny@flauntboutique.ca I promise you'll love him......
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Enjoy Manny's philosophies three-fold. The Natural, authentic Talent brings out your true look and beauty. The Healthy Sage advocates a balanced mind, body and soul - of which healthy, vibrant hair is only a portion. The Progressive Artist creates forward-thinking works of sexy glamour. His specialties include Modern/Contemporary for clients and photo shoots (Blushpretty); Formal Updo for weddings, graduations and milestone romantic occasions; Edgy/Trendy styles for runway and photo shoots (Melissa Clemente Design; Blushpretty).
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I got a body perm in LA a couple of months back and it is now falling out. Does anyone know of a good place that does perms, specifically digital perms or something with a less damaging process, in Toronto that also has a handle on current hairstyles?
I also have very fine blonde hair. Nobody can cut like Shawna at Coupe Bizarre! My hair always feels thicker and healthy after a visit to Shawna. Although I wear it long, the secret is to let her trim as needed. She knows what your hair needs. : )
Want to feel completely at ease, have a fantastic time, and not feel like your wallet got racked over the coals? I found a gem, at Bloor and Bathurst, above the Burger King of all places, called INI Hair Design. As soon as you walk in you are made to feel as though you're one of the cool kids, no matter who you are. The customer service is above the call of duty. By the time my first visit was coming to an end, I felt like I had made new friends. The massage that comes with all hair services is worth every penny you pay. An amazing experience.
They also have a fantastic Esthetician on hand so you can kill two birds with one stone. It's a separate business called Joie de Vivre Esthetics.
Great location, amazing staff, and a super relaxing chilled out atmosphere, what more could you want.
I've been going to Istilo on University for awhile but I'm looking for a new change.
Can anyone recommend a cool place and/or stylist for a men's hair cut? I love the david beckham-esque style cuts. Urban hipster type, without being over the top.
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks!
Hi Krashteste;
Great place to go is Jimmy's, my son and boyfriend go there as well as I. He's a great young guy who knows his stuff. It's called Jimmy's Hair Salon and he is on wilson ave. just west of bathurst st.
Enjoy
ciao
All the salons you mentioned are great, however you missed one of the brightest gems on Queen West! Essensuals Hairdressing (679 Queen Street West). This is an off-shoot of Toni&Guy, the biggest salon company in the world!! Essensuals is the Miu Miu to Toni&Guy's Prada. Cool people, laid back atmo. All the education and quality of Toni&Guy with-out the corporate feel! The Stylists at Essensuals are some of the best around!!
Most shops I've been to the staff and stylists are very intimidating and sometimes RUDE! My stylist at Essensuals is one of the nicest people I have ever met, everyone there is nice! It took me 3 visits to realize my stylist was the OWNER!?! He had none of the usual ego or cockiness of all the other salon owners i've seen. He says "salon environment comes from the top, if the boss is a jerk then the staff will be jerks". Nice.
Try them out!! Ask for Andy!
www.essensuals.com
Exactly David and that is client specific. NOT gender specific. Charge for the ACTUAL time it takes and product it uses, etc. PER client. Not per sexual organs.
debbie at john steinberg does the best male cut i've ever had. every single one of my male friends goes to her exclusively. i don't think their girlfriends will let them go to anyone else. ;-)
An amazing salon opened up on the danforth just east of woodbine called Manzer Hair Studio. The owner is an amazing stlylist and colourist. Some of the best hlights I've had in a long time. Nicole was able to get right to the root and it took 3 month for me to relly notice that it had grown out. I hope to see that salon as a potential for next years top 15. Great atmosphere and kind staff
Am Mr Jemibewon Alao from Nigeria,i saw your ad in the website so i am willing to work as a jobs hair stylist with your organisation so will be very happy if you could grant my enquiry will be looking forward to hear from you and my email is jemibewonalao@yahoo.com Respectfully
I have just discovered an amazing salon in the west end of Toronto called Hair Sprung. It's a small place with 2 working stylists who both specialize in curly hair. They worked with my natural hair texture which is thick and curly. I have never had such a great cut and for such a cheap price! $47 with the owner and $35 with the junior stylist. It's in a really great neighbourhood too- if you've never been to the Junction go check it out!
shawna from coupe bizzarre is now working at the new Brennen Demelo Studios at 316 adelaide street west. 416-301-1072. awesome new space....great new team....and come see rose for colour. she's great and very affordable!
Hello All,
I'm looking for a mobile hairdresser to do 2 set of styles (one day time and evening) for 10 bridesmaids on july 4th 2009. The budget is very very tight...anyone interested? recommendations are very welcome! (Toronto area-venue). Please contact me at angela.loy1@gmail.com thank you!
Hi,
I'm hoping you can help me to locate a very reasonable mobile hairstlist to do 2 set of hairstyles (one morning, one evening) for 10 bridesmaids in July 4th 2009, Toronto area. We have a very tight budget.... Anyone who is interested, please contact me. Recommendations are welcomed too!
Re: Franklin@House of Lords
Was he kind of a tall/big-ish guy with glasses?
If it is, that's sad to hear, he was awesome!
If anyone knows where he's gone, let us know!
Does anyone have a review of the Leslieville salon Fuss mentioned in the blog? The "more" link goes to the salon's website -- no reviews, no comments.
I just moved to the east part of town and with most of the salons are on the west side, looking for something out here.
Thanks!
I realize your posting is old, but Adrian is now the owner of Hair2 and is at 98 Scollard St in Yorkville.
You are right he is great with hair of all types!
Does anyone know where Patricia is currently working. She used to be at Red Label Hair Co. in Bloorwest.
so any of salons have stylists that have experience cutting or dealing with african/caribbean hair. I need someone to relax my hair but I dont know where to start to find people. Im new.help!!
Rocky Vitelli at Mane society in Thornhill near Prominade Mall is a Guru.
This dude totally has magic in those scissors! I used to see him when he was at Marc Anthony but lost touch when I went to University and he made a move...I found him again!
Ladies this man is talented and sweet. He has made this lady very happy. He personifies his name...Rocky you Rock!
I completely agree about Lisa. She was amazing. But she does not work their anymore!! I hope she's still a hairdresser. If anyone has any clue where she is, that would be great. I thought for a mere $15 at House of Lords she was definitely a bargain.
Very junior stylists...funky but not quality. Give them some time, they still have a lot to learn!
If you are looking for a salon in the East, Leslieville, you should check out Flaunt. Great atmosphere, not your typical assembly line type salon. Awesome chilled out space, and friendly staff. Plus they are open late. Check out their site for more details. www.flauntboutique.ca
I have been going to fuss hair studio for a year, since they opened and I love the atmosphere. I am always super happy with the cuts, they take their time and add alot of detail. I would totally recommend this place .
I think I just found a new regular salon.
Lush and Lavish @200 Ossington is in the hood so I decided to give it a go. The offer of a latte and magazine started off my time in the salon right.
After a quick consultation, Liz attacked the cut with such confidences and fearlessness, it was a bit of a blur. but she new exactly what i wanted in terms of shape and maintenance, and I ended up with an amazingly effortless haircut.
Also good to note they use high quality products (organic if you're into it) and have a loyalty program (!!!). And they are a full service spa so you can earn points with any of their services. AND i got a discount as a first time customer. Prices are super reasonable - Liz charges $45 for a cut.
I will definitely go back. BlogTO should definitely consider Lush and Lavish when they revisit this list.
I used to get amazing haircuts from Jenn at W Lifestyle. She left in November, but I never got her contact info. If anyone knows of where she now works please let me know.
Thanks!!
Can I ask you something, Karon? I am looking for a stylist in that area and I wonder if his techniques are the ones I am looking for. My hair was always cut in two steps. First, when it's wet, and then, after it is dried and styled my hairstylist would make it thinner by cutting it through with regular scissors, not those special ones. I keep having bad or ok experiences in Toronto since I moved here two years ago and I am not asking for something super difficult, I wear layers. Thanks.
I am looking for a place where I could get a good short haircut. Not too short thought, feminine…and one that I wouldn’t need to do much with...a good cut. I have tried couple places around the city...still haven’t found what I am used to and need.
any recommendations? Please help!!
i've always had long straight hair and im finally ready to give it a facelift, i mean hairlift! i want to go for a bob cut but not sure where to go. i have typical asian hair - thin & no volume. can somebody recommend me to the best stylist ever?
hi
you should check out Manny from FLaunt Boutique, he's great at bobs and he's great with asian type hair.
check out their website flauntboutique.ca
Come see me! I've been cutting hair for 6 years. Previously at coupe bizzarre I now work at brennen demelo studios at 316 adelaide street west.
I'm known for my feminine crops and fun pixie cuts and texturised bobs. Guaranteed if you don't love it, come back and I'll make it right.
I charge $75 for new clients.
416-301-1072
I've been to a lot of the upscale downtown hair salon's and Fuss is the best I've been to! I've been going there since they opened and it is unparralelled.
Much love to Kristin and Stacy!!!
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