Fortelli Hair Salon in Downtown Oakville
Hair Colour and Balayage Specialists
Located on Lakeshore Road along Lake Ontario, Fortelli is a destination hair salon in Oakville known for exceptional hair colour, modern blonding techniques, and beautifully tailored haircuts. Our experienced team of stylists works with each client to create colour, shape, and style that complements your features, lifestyle, and personal style.
From dimensional balayage and lived-in blondes to rich brunettes and precision cuts, Fortelli offers the expertise and creativity clients expect from one of Oakville’s most respected salons.

Why Choose Fortelli
An Oakville Salon Known for Colour & Extensions
Hair colour is at the heart of what we do. Our stylists are certified in Davines, Italy’s finest professional colour line and are highly trained in modern techniques. We focus on creating colour that looks natural, grows out beautifully, and keeps the hair healthy.
Fortelli is also known for expertly applied hair extensions that add length, fullness, and movement while blending seamlessly with your natural hair. Our stylists help clients choose the right extension solution to enhance their style while maintaining the integrity of their hair.
We take the time to understand your goals, evaluate the condition of your hair, and recommend the colour or extension approach that will achieve the best result for your hair type and lifestyle.
Clients visit Fortelli from across Oakville and surrounding communities because they trust our experience, attention to detail, and commitment to beautiful, modern results tailored to each guest.
Hair Colour
From subtle highlights to full colour transformations, our team specializes in balayage, blonding, dimensional highlights, and colour correction.


Haircuts & Styles
Precision haircuts designed to complement your features and lifestyle, along with professional styling for everyday confidence and special occasions.
Keratin Treatments
Professional treatments that strengthen, restore, and enhance the condition of your hair so your colour and style look their best.


Hair Extensions
For clients who want additional length or fullness, we offer beautiful human hair extension solutions that blend naturally with your own hair.
Love Your Style
A Salon Experience Designed Around You
Curious about hair extensions? Planning a new haircut or big colour change? Come in and talk about your style concerns and get ideas for your next appointment, schedule a free hair consultation.
We take the time to understand your hair history, maintenance preferences, and styling routine so that the result works not only in the salon chair but also in your everyday life.
Our goal is simple. Beautiful hair that feels effortless to maintain and grows out gracefully between visits.
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Special Offers
Loyalty Stars Program
Turn your salon visits into savings!
Earn 1 Star for every $20 spent in salon. Collect your Stars and redeem them on your favourite products.
50 Stars gets them $10 off retail over $50
75 Stars gets them $15 off retail over $75
100 Stars gets them $20 off retail over $100

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Five Star Reviews for Fortelli Hair Salon in Oakville
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GoogleRated 4.5 out of 5 ★★★★★ (127)
Rated 4.4 out of 5 ★★★★★ (106)
Rated 5.0 out of 5 ★★★★★ (21)

Had my hair done by Renato and I couldnt be happier. He did a beautiful job with grey blending. The color loos so soft and blends beautifully. My hair feels healthy and is alot easier to style now. Renato really listened to what I wanted and I highly recommend him.
What an amazing place. First time i did grey blending so obviously I was nervous not knowing what to expect. Renato explained options clearly, kept my base and added soft seamless highlights so that maintenance could be kept at a minimum. Hair feels so healthy and his cut has great shape and movemen...t. Ive already booked my next two appointments. Thank you Renato! read more
Had an amazing experience at Fortelli Oakville! Daniella truly listened to my concerns about my dry, damaged hair, gave me detailed advice, and delivered the perfect cut and blow dry. The Davines treatment she recommended made an instant difference-my hair feels soft, looks healthy, and smells amazi...ng! Renato was also so helpful when I called beforehand. Luxury feel, generous use of products, and great attention to detail (including heat protection before blowdrying). Highly recommend! read more
Always a pleasure to go to Fortelli. I adore the downtown location on Lakshore- upscale and still friendly small-town. Melissa is such a sweetie - so personable and very caring with top quality colour and cutting skills, not to mention beautiful blow dry and finishing. Approachable owner checking in... on everyone provides the professional sincere touch. I love the relaxing vibe and always leave feeling pampered and pretty. read more
Just love you all! Great Salon
I love how Daniela does my hair. She so knowledgeable and friendly. I love going to Fortelli
Melissa is a gem! Excellent services with expertise. Thank you for your consistency with a personal touch

I have been going to Fortelli Salon for 6 years now and I am always so happy after every appointment! I get my extensions done there and I am always so amazed at the meticulous care Renato applies when putting them in - making them look so natural and beautiful. A definite confident booster! The ent...ire team of hairstylists at the salon are so friendly and welcoming. I definitely recommend this salon if you’re looking for the best hair care experience! read more

Amazing hair cut and blow dry by owner Renato! Renato and the staff is very professional, friendly and accommodating. Really clean and a beautiful space. 10/10, really happy leaving the salon!
I wanted to say how much I love this salon. I went in for a consultation with Renato to review my options with black hair. My appointment went as promised and even better. I came out with a beautiful Brunette color w/bayalage. A true transformation. Renato and his staff are caring and friendly. True... workmanship. Beautiful salon Highly recommended !! It’s my go to now ! read more
I just wanted to take a moment to say how much I LOVE my hair! It is so soft and silky smooth, and the colour looks so natural! I just wanted to take the time to say THANK-YOU to Daniela!
They have the hair extensions in the store, they have so much supply and are very professional and knowledgeable. The man who did my hair was so good at it, so fast, and he did NOT have a lot to work with. After less than 3 hours my terrible haircut was fully invisible and I had long, beautiful, per...fectly blended extensions. I’d never had extensions before so I shopped around before choosing this salon, they have the best price for the best quality of service. read more
Felt extremely safe and welcomed when I had my haircut. Lovely staff. Great location!
Ordered hair products for curbside pick up and the process was very easy and organized.
Great service, friendly staff and clean salon!
I got a haircut from Daniela and it was so good that I had to write a review. I have very thick hair and she gave me soft flowing layers. What an excellent job!! Thank you!
My hair and colour looked great! Maggie is amazing, it felt good to get a cut and colour after many months. The salon was clean and you felt comfortable in there with your coat covered in plastic and the staff always cleaning.

Had my hair done by Renato and I couldnt be happier. He did a beautiful job with grey blending. The color loos so soft and blends beautifully. My hair feels healthy and is alot easier to style now. Renato really listened to what I wanted and I highly recommend him.

I have been going to Fortelli Salon for 6 years now and I am always so happy after every appointment! I get my extensions done there and I am always so amazed at the meticulous care Renato applies when putting them in - making them look so natural and beautiful. A definite confident booster! The ent...ire team of hairstylists at the salon are so friendly and welcoming. I definitely recommend this salon if you’re looking for the best hair care experience! read more

Amazing hair cut and blow dry by owner Renato! Renato and the staff is very professional, friendly and accommodating. Really clean and a beautiful space. 10/10, really happy leaving the salon!
What an amazing place. First time i did grey blending so obviously I was nervous not knowing what to expect. Renato explained options clearly, kept my base and added soft seamless highlights so that maintenance could be kept at a minimum. Hair feels so healthy and his cut has great shape and movemen...t. Ive already booked my next two appointments. Thank you Renato! read more
Had an amazing experience at Fortelli Oakville! Daniella truly listened to my concerns about my dry, damaged hair, gave me detailed advice, and delivered the perfect cut and blow dry. The Davines treatment she recommended made an instant difference-my hair feels soft, looks healthy, and smells amazi...ng! Renato was also so helpful when I called beforehand. Luxury feel, generous use of products, and great attention to detail (including heat protection before blowdrying). Highly recommend! read more
Always a pleasure to go to Fortelli. I adore the downtown location on Lakshore- upscale and still friendly small-town. Melissa is such a sweetie - so personable and very caring with top quality colour and cutting skills, not to mention beautiful blow dry and finishing. Approachable owner checking in... on everyone provides the professional sincere touch. I love the relaxing vibe and always leave feeling pampered and pretty. read more
Just love you all! Great Salon
I love how Daniela does my hair. She so knowledgeable and friendly. I love going to Fortelli
Melissa is a gem! Excellent services with expertise. Thank you for your consistency with a personal touch
I wanted to say how much I love this salon. I went in for a consultation with Renato to review my options with black hair. My appointment went as promised and even better. I came out with a beautiful Brunette color w/bayalage. A true transformation. Renato and his staff are caring and friendly. True... workmanship. Beautiful salon Highly recommended !! It’s my go to now ! read more
I just wanted to take a moment to say how much I LOVE my hair! It is so soft and silky smooth, and the colour looks so natural! I just wanted to take the time to say THANK-YOU to Daniela!
They have the hair extensions in the store, they have so much supply and are very professional and knowledgeable. The man who did my hair was so good at it, so fast, and he did NOT have a lot to work with. After less than 3 hours my terrible haircut was fully invisible and I had long, beautiful, per...fectly blended extensions. I’d never had extensions before so I shopped around before choosing this salon, they have the best price for the best quality of service. read more
Felt extremely safe and welcomed when I had my haircut. Lovely staff. Great location!
Ordered hair products for curbside pick up and the process was very easy and organized.
Great service, friendly staff and clean salon!
I got a haircut from Daniela and it was so good that I had to write a review. I have very thick hair and she gave me soft flowing layers. What an excellent job!! Thank you!
My hair and colour looked great! Maggie is amazing, it felt good to get a cut and colour after many months. The salon was clean and you felt comfortable in there with your coat covered in plastic and the staff always cleaning.
My hair and colour looked great! Maggie is amazing, it felt good to get a cut and colour after many months. The salon was clean and you felt comfortable in there with your coat covered in plastic and the staff always cleaning.
Reply:
Thank you so much for coming in today. We appreciate your review and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
It's an amazing salon. I just say my hair were very dry, frizzy and not at all manageable. They did an excellent job and exactly made it look the way I imagined.. I can't expressed my love enough for this hair cut. Thanks you very much Fortelli salon!!
Reply:
Hi Josephine! We are thrilled to hear how much you love your new hair cut! We appreciate you taking the time to review our salon, looking forward to seeing you again soon! Thanks again 🙂 Fortelli Salon
After years of searching for a studio with skilled staff and high quality hair products, Fortelli hits the mark. I’ve been a client for the past 5 years and have *never* had a bad experience. I have long, very dark hair with layers of color on it, but when I decided to go lighter, Melissa took me do...wn without compromising the integrity of my hair and achieved the exact look I was going for. The time is taken to really listen and consult before each appointment. I visit every 6 weeks, not because I need to, but because it is truly a great, relaxing experience and they keep my hair looking fresh and super healthy. read more
Reply:
Hi Maja! Thanks so much for your kind words and 5 star review! We always look forward to your visits. See you soon!
Love Fortelli’s staff is wonderful and I’m never disappointed with my hair style! Really great people!
Easily the best cut & colour I've had in years. Thrilled to find a stylist who has a plan for dealing with my impossible, post-chemo hair.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does Fortelli Hair Salon open?
«We love welcoming clients old and new into Fortelli Hair Salon in Oakville, Ontario.
We are closed Sundays and Mondays. You can see our most current salon hours here https://fortellioakville.com/contact/contact-fortelli-salon-in-east-oakville/.
How do I book an appointment?
«It's very easy to book your hair appointment at Fortelli Hair Salon. You can call us on (905) 847-0706 or send us an appointment request here https://fortellioakville.com/request-appointment-fortelli-hair-salon-oakville/ or send a request by email. [email protected]
If you would like to book an appointment for a Hair Extensions Consultation, visit here https://fortellioakville.com/free-hair-consultation-oakville-on/.
How much do you charge for a woman's haircut?
«A woman's haircut and finish is one of our signature services at Fortelli Hair Salon. Our pricing is based on a level system, which means that the price of a haircut will depend on the level of the hair stylist you see. All of our stylists are skilled and competent. Their level reflects their years of experience as well as the demand for their time.
Our hair stylist levels include Senior Stylist, Director or Artistic Director
All of our hair salon pricing can be found here https://fortellioakville.com/hair-salon-services-pricing/.
You can read our reviews here https://fortellioakville.com/reviews/.
Is Fortelli Hair Salon located downtown?
«Yes, our hair salon is located in downtown Oakville on Lakeshore Road along beautiful Lake Ontario. Our clients come from all over the Greater Toronto Area, including areas such as Burlington, Hamilton, Milton and Mississauga.
We specialize in:
- Precision Haircuts
- Blonde Hair Colour
- Balayage and Highlights
- Human Hair Extensions
- Keratin Smoothing Treatments
- Wedding Hairstyles
You can find all of our price here https://fortellioakville.com/hair-salon-services-pricing/.
Do you offer keratin treatments?
«Yes, we offer the Cezanne Keratin Smoothing Treatments. We offer both the Classic Treatment and the Ultimate Blonde Treatment.
If you're new to keratin treatments, please read up on our hair smoothing service.
Do you offer balayage and ombre hair colour?
«Yes. Our highly trained hair colour technicians are experts in balayage and ombre hair colour. Find out more about our balayage and ombre hair color services.
View Our Work
See pictures of Fortelli clients in our photo gallery.
How can I blend in my grey without dying it?
«If you’re not ready to commit to regular colour appointments, hair extensions can offer a subtle way to blend and soften grey hair without fully covering it. By adding a few strategically placed extensions in shades that complement your natural tone, we can create a multi-dimensional look that makes greys appear beautifully blended.
Another option is to use glosses or toners that add shine and enhance your natural shade without changing your overall colour. These offer temporary coverage so they fade gradually and require little maintenance.
Your stylist can help you decide whether to embrace, blend, or gradually transition your grey — all while keeping your hair healthy and natural-looking.
I'm experiencing hair loss. What can I do?
«You’re not alone — hair thinning and hair loss are more common than most people realise. Hair loss can be caused by stress on the hair, but also by illness, rapid weight loss, certain medications, or hormonal fluctuations. There are several ways we can help.
At Fortelli, we offer personalised solutions depending on the cause and extent of your hair loss. For mild thinning, hair extensions can safely add fullness and volume when applied correctly by a trained professional. We use gentle, lightweight methods designed to protect the integrity of your natural hair.
For more advanced hair loss or patchy areas, we may recommend hair toppers or integration systems that blend seamlessly with your existing hair for a natural look.
Our stylists can also advise on scalp treatments, strengthening products, and a healthy hair care routine to support regrowth and overall scalp health. A private consultation is the best way to explore your options and find a solution that helps you feel confident again.
My hair feels dry, what should I use?
«Dry hair is a common concern, especially if your hair has been exposed to heat styling, colour services, or the changing Ontario seasons. The key is to restore moisture and balance without weighing the hair down. Knowing your hair type is key.
For dry hair, Davines recommends their MOMO line, which is made with Cartucciaru melon for intense hydration without weighing hair down, and the OI line, with its Roucou Oil-infused products that deeply nourish and add shine.
For thicker, very dry, or damaged hair, the NOUNOU line offers more intense moisture, while the Oi Oil or Oi All in One Milk are excellent leave-in treatments for hydration and frizz control.
You can find these products in our online shop.
Do you offer hair extensions consultations?
«Yes, we offer a private hair extensions consultation to meet you in person, show you samples of our hair, and help you decide what type of look you want. With that information, we'll be able to provide you with an exact quote for the service.
Learn more about our hair extensions consultation here: https://fortellioakville.com/free-hair-consultation-oakville-on/
What types of hair extensions do you carry?
«We offer the two most popular methods of human hair extensions — Keratin Bond (K-Tips) and Tape-Ins. Both methods create beautiful, natural-looking results with comfortable, long-term wear.
Our extensions are made by Seiseta, a premium Italian brand formerly known as Euro SoCap, known worldwide for its ethically sourced, 100% Remy human hair and innovative bonding technology. Whether you want to add length, volume, or a touch of color, our stylists will help you choose the method that best suits your hair type and lifestyle.
View more information about our hair extensions services.
How much do hair extensions cost at Fortelli?
«The cost of your hair extensions will depend on several different factors, mainly driven by how much hair we need, the length and density of the wefts, and the time it takes to apply them. We offer keratin bond fusion extensions as well as tape in extensions. Both are made by Seiseta and are of excellent quality. Depending on your hair type and lifestyle, we may recommend one type over another. Tape ins are recommended for fine or thin hair because they are lighter in weight. Fusion extensions are often favoured for someone with an active lifestyle or someone who wants to add lots of extended length. Tape ins are a much shorter application time, a full head can be applied in about an hour. Fusion extensions use a strand by strand method, smaller wefts of hair, and can take several hours to apply a full head. To get a better idea of the cost of your hair extensions, schedule a free hair extensions consultation.
We offer a private hair extensions consultation so that we can meet each other in person, discuss the look you want, and see and feel samples of the hair.
Learn more about our hair extensions consultation, and book here. https://fortellioakville.com/free-hair-consultation-oakville-on/
Which is better for my hair, tape in extensions or kertain bonds?
«That depends on your hair type, lifestyle, and goals. Both Keratin Bond (K-Tip) and Tape-In extensions offer beautiful, natural results — the key is choosing the method that best fits you.
Keratin Bonds (K-Tips) are individually attached to small sections of your hair using a gentle, keratin-based bond. They move naturally and are ideal if you want the most seamless blend and the freedom to style your hair up or down without visible attachment points.
Tape-Ins are applied in thin, flat panels, making them a great choice for clients with finer hair or those who prefer a quicker application and removal process.
During your consultation, your stylist will evaluate your hair texture, density, and condition to recommend the method that will look and feel the most natural while keeping your hair healthy.


