MEET THE TEAM

LORIEBELLE NESTOR
Salon Owner / Master Stylist

LORIEBELLE NESTOR
@lbhairlove Salon Owner / Master Stylist

Loriebelle Nestor is a sought-after stylist in Toronto whose work has appeared on runways, on television and in fashion magazines. Her expertise as an industry leader is regularly featured in the media; she proudly serves as a go-to style maven for CTV’s The Marilyn Denis Show.

Born and raised from a big Filipino family in Winnipeg, Loriebelle fell in love with hair at the age of 15. She took her buoyant personality, creativity and passion to Toronto in 2006 so she can continue to grow among the best in the industry. She worked in upscale Yorkville before branching out on her own in the Downtown west space. Her loyal clientele continues to grow by word-of-mouth which includes a list of celebrity clients.

Loriebelle’s love for learning is enduring. Her top-tier training started at the prestigious Edward Carriere salon and studying with Vidal Sassoon, Bumble and Bumble, Redken, Schwarzkopf and Kevin Murphy. She is also proudly involved in many benevolent initiatives which give back to her community.

HAIRLOVE which opened in Fall 2016, is the culmination of Loriebelle’s passion and dedication to the craft and to her clients — new and existing , is her dream come true. The importance of family has also played a big part of Loriebelle's journey, with her husband and daughter by her side , she believes in the value of work life balance. Loriebelle loves building meaningful relationships with clients and with each and every one, she strives to create stand-out but wearable styles that make them look and feel good in their daily lives. She is also immensely proud to be building a salon team who share a common love for creating art as well as joyful human experiences.

NICHOLAS NESTOR
Salon Owner

NICHOLAS NESTOR
Salon Owner

Nick is a highly motivated and passionate individual with a strong background in music management, sales, and leadership. With experience as a music manager, sales representative for Nike, and sales with Dell, Nick has developed a unique skill set that combines creativity, business acumen, and a love for growing people.

As a music manager, Nick has successfully guided the careers of several talented artists, helping them navigate the complex music industry and achieve their goals. Nick's passion for coaching and mentoring has allowed these artists to grow both personally and professionally, resulting in their success.

In the sales world, Nick has proven to be an exceptional sales representative. Whether it's selling Nike products or Dell technologies, Nick has a deep understanding of the market and an ability to connect with customers. Nick's love for leadership has driven him to not only meet sales targets but also to inspire and guide his team members toward success.

One of Nick's greatest strengths is his ability to grow businesses. Through strategic planning, innovative ideas, and a strong understanding of market trends, Nick has consistently helped organizations achieve growth and surpass their targets.

Driven by a passion for coaching others and a desire to make a positive impact, Nick is constantly seeking new ways to develop their skills and help others reach their full potential. With a unique combination of creativity, leadership, and business savvy, Nick is a valuable asset to any organization looking to grow and succeed.

KAY REGOZO
Studio Manager

KAY REGOZO
@_mskayregozo Salon Manager

Born in Toronto, raised in the Markham and Scarborough area. Kay is hospitable by nature since growing up in a Filipino household. She has worked in the food and service industry for over 15 years and isn’t new to the beauty industry. She has a background as an aesthetician and is revisiting her skills as a Make-up Artist. When she is not at HAIRLOVE, Kay is a Hip Hop dancer, teacher and mentor. She thrives off seeing other creatives hone in their skills which is why Kay is a great addition to the HAIRLOVE team

“HAIRLOVE is about community and that is why I love being the front face at HAIRLOVE. We strive to make valuable connections, a HAIRLOVE experience, leaving each client loving their hair!”

ASHLEY COUTO
Head Stylist

ASHLEY COUTO
@thefreeartist_ Lead Stylist

Ashley is a Toronto-raised stylist who’s always had a passion for the beauty industry. Always striving to give her clients the latest trends in colour and cuts, Ashley has continued her education through classes and seminars around the city to grow in her passion. Ashley's determination is to always go above and beyond to help achieve her guest’s visions.

My passion is my career. I am truly grateful to be able to share my craft with the guests in my chair. I believe that at HAIRLOVE we are more than just a salon. We all strive and deliver for the same purpose. To make your experience an unforgettable one.”

MICHELLE SANTOS
Stylist

MICHELLE SANTOS
@hairlovebymimi Stylist

Michelle is a passionate and devoted hairstylist whose love for hair developed at a young age. Pursuing what she was born to do, she learned the fundamentals at the Aveda Institute Toronto. During her years of experience in the hair industry, she has specialized in haircutting for 5 years. Michelle was taught to meet and exceed each guest's expectations with excellent service. Her desire to grow in an environment that was worthy of her passion is what brought her to HAIRLOVE. Apart from her various technical skills, Michelle’s drive and outgoing personality encourage, a welcoming environment. With a passionate and caring personality, she has gained good people and listening skills. She enjoys performing different aspects of hair; from precision cutting, bombshell blowdries, extensions, color applications, and her specialty updos.

“I believe that all of us at HAIRLOVE are; Hairlstylists, Artists, Interpreters, Retailers, Students, Therapists, Yearners, Listeners, Instructors, Specialists, Trendsetters”

MARYIA MAI
Stylist

MARYIA MAI
@hairbymaryia Stylist

With 14 years of hairstyling behind her; offering services in the downtown Toronto fashion district. Maryia’s relaxing holistic approach is unlike anything HAIRLOVE has ever experienced. Maryia’s love of hair in both colour work and intricate techniques of cutting is telling in all that she does. Using mindfulness in her work paired with her calming aura aligns with our HAIRLOVE’s mission.

“I love working with people and the opportunity to co-create wearable art. I love helping people discover their personal style and make them feel good about themselves.”

RACHEL KRUPKA
Stylist

RACHEL KRUPKA
@rae.thesunshinestylist Stylist

Coming from the sunshine state of St.Petersburg, Florida. With 4 years of experience, Rae is specialized with live-in colour and Redken professional products. Her style of cut and colour reflects the Florida vibe and natural beauty of each client. She is passionate and loves educating her clients on the latest trends and at-home hair care. HAIRLOVE is her home away from home.

“I truly feels like I have gained a family here at HAIRLOVE and believe I am learning from the best stylists in the city.”

ANACHE
Stylist

ANACHE
@ Stylist

Anache is a dedicated and passionate hair stylist at Hairlove studio with six years of experience in the industry. With a background in art and a love for creativity, Anache sees hair styling as a form of artistic expression. Her goal is to make every client feel fabulous by bringing their visions to life. Anache is known for her warm personality and commitment to ensuring client satisfaction, she strives to make each visit comfortable and leave clients eager to return.

CATHY NGUYEN
Stylist

CATHY NGUYEN
@hairbycathy_ Stylist

Born and raised in Toronto. Cathy is a shy girl but very down to each and fun once you get to know her. From a young age, she knew exactly what she wanted to pursue as a career. Graduated from Aveda Institute Toronto in 2019. She is very passionate, and always eager to learn and continue her education. Cathy loves to do colour transformations, making her clients feel confident and educating clients on their hair.

ABBIE JORDAN
Stylist

ABBIE JORDAN
@hairwith_aj Stylist

Abbie is a bubbly sweet girl born in Toronto, ON and grew up in Scarborough. She is a very compassionate and warm hearted person, which then led her into studying Mental Health in Centennial College. Abbie started her hairstyling journey in 2018 as an assistant and discovered that she also had a passion for hair. She studied at Marca College for the hairstyling program in 2021 which she was then introduced to HAIRLOVE.

While Abbie is still honing her skills in all aspects of hair, her love for blondes shows in her work, creating beautiful bright blondes is one of her staple services.

FRANNY PARTNOY
Stylist

FRANNY PARTNOY
@hair.by.franny Stylist

Franny is a very out going, passionate and spunky girl. She grew up in Thornhill and went to Ryerson university and received a degree in Criminal Justice. She later went on to work at a private investigation firm for 3 years. Instead of pursuing further education in that industry she decided to do a whole career change. She wanted to follow her passion of honing in on her creative energy which led her to hair styling. She went to Marca College to further her education in her skills as a hairstylist. She graduated in 2023 and found HairLove which took her on as an apprentice to develop her skills.

Franny got into hairstyling because she wanted to make people feel good, confident and beautiful. To be a part of people’s self care journey ultimately gives her the validation that led her to this career path. “Keep smiling and keep loving yourself!”

AUTUMN
Stylist

AUTUMN
@hairwith_aj Stylist

Autumn is originally from Woodstock Ontario but has lived in the GTA since 2011. She now enjoys living in the heart of downtown Toronto. She has an extensive background working in customer service, mainly restaurants/ large events venues. She originally studied Cosmetic Management and graduated in 2014. She has always had a passion for the beauty industry, so Autumn took a career path change and worked reception management at a high end barbershop in Liberty Village. As her passion for hair grew she made the decision to embark her journey with Marca College and graduated in 2023. This led her to finding Hair Love Studio happily taking on an apprenticeship. Autumn is super eager to learn all she can from her peers, and to make everyone feel comfortable in their hair journey.