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ABOUT VITO MARZILIANO 
Vito Marziliano considers cutting hair an art. It's his specialty. With a sharp, focused stare, he takes it all in - facial features, body shape and personality. The opinion is formed. Then, with a flash of scissors and a flurry of hair, a new style appears. "I have scissor angles that are my own." "It is exciting being able to do what I want to do - hair," he said. "I was born with a talent. I could have been a fashion photographer, clothing designer, or an interior decorator. Hair was my fate, Its my passion, it has led me to major cities, the theater and travel." Marziliano began doing hair at the age of 13. At 17, the Italian-born stylist attended the Marvel Beauty Academy in Toronto, Canada. After receiving his license by Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities, Marziliano started apprenticing in some of Toronto's leading salons in the trendiest neighborhoods. In six months he advanced from shampooing to cutting hair. 10 years later commuted to California from Toronto and applied for the Cosmetologist license from the State Board. Now with 40 years of experience his service averages at $300. Includes consultation, cut and style. He colors, highlites or shades hair at $250. Travels alone and works with no assistant. "I like to give my client full attention." Marziliano keeps current by traveling to big cities like Toronto, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas and Rome, experimenting with haircuts and styles he sees on the high fashion runways of designers such as Georgio Armani, Versace, Chanel, Jill Sanders, Prada, Dolce Cabana, and Valentino. His recent travel to Rome, met with premier hairstylist Roberto D'Antonio, viewed runway showing for upcoming designer Gattinoni.
"When I work on the road, it keeps me stimulated." Marziliano says he gains so much energy from traveling that he wishes not to give it up, though it sometimes makes scheduling a bit hectic - so much that his schedule is printed on his business cards and website calendar for easy reference. How good is he! More than a dozen leading Canadian magazines have trusted Vito's talent enough to showcase his work on models selected for their covers. Then there was the centerfold for Penthouse magazine. The Pet of the Year Competition wasn't wearing much more than the stunning hairstyle created for her by Vito, but you can bet his soft curls accentuated her sensuous curves. Vito's talent makes life full and busy. Open his day book and every line is filled with names of repeat customers seeking a touch-up, a color, or the full 'only-Vito-loves-You' treatment. Sincere, generous, honest, kind - Vito always makes you feel special. I am giving people what they want. I bring in a look that is up to date, classic lines with a hint of trend. Canadian actress and activist Shirley Douglas, daughter of the late Tommy Douglas, NDP leader and founder of our Canadian health program. Shirley also being Kiefer Sutherland's mother has let Vito touch her hair for the last 32 years, "There is no one like Vito," she says. The last word goes to Toronto television producer Stephanie Fillingham. "Vito started doing my hair in 1982. I sat down in the chair and told him who I am, what I do for a living, what I need and the fact that I'm not willing to spend more than 15 minutes a day on my hair. He started cutting and we've never looked back. Since then I've changed homes, I've changed jobs, I even have a new husband. Change from Vito? Never! Life is finally perfect!" Many thanks to critic writer: Deirdre Kelly - The Globe and Mail, Toronto |
Starting January 2005, Vito will spend more time in his home city Toronto. "I will exclusively cut hair by "appointment only" in Fresno at Colours, and in Carmel at Stephan Cori Boutique, (Central California). Eight days in the middle of every month." Weekends are open for location work including house calls, and then downtown Toronto, at Oggi Salon in the Yorkville village. He also often books to style the entire wedding parties. Has travelled far away as Fiji, Rome, Paris, Carmel California, or to be backstage for performers at the theater or behind the scene.