Excited to share something I've been working on for a while...my Fall '17 Collection inspiration. I've talked about how I get inspired on the blog before so you have an idea about my process but this week I want to talk about the inspiration mood board behind the collection.

It won't be too much of a surprise for you guys because you know how much I LOVE New Mexico and the Native American culture. I spend so much time there that I had the chance for this collection to be very thoughtful and intentional.

 I created a mood board for this collection and am sharing a lot of the images here with you. I wanted the feeling to be bold and sacred while invoking an energy of spirit. Spirit that lives in the earth, the water, the plants and the people. 

The colors I used this time around represent elements of this culture like, light green jade, smoky topaz, red tigers eye, moonstone, etc. The color story is light.

I found these colors in the textiles and homes around the area. I also took a note from mother nature and used her majestic beauty as a compass. I wanted to focus on simplicity, this has been a huge word for me throughout the year. Getting back to the basic elements of my design and my inspiration. 

I think we all tend to make everything more complicated that it has to be. The beauty is right there in front of us, as pure and simple as possible. I hope you enjoy this collection.

Go check out the collection on the website HERE!

Til Next Week,

A few weeks back I told you about our new collection, KANTIS Fine Jewelry. We are launching soon and I'm so excited to tell you that the line will be in stores starting September 1st, whoo hoo! 

Now, I know your next question is where, and I have that information for you too. We will be in stores at Saks Fifth Avenue in the following cities on September 1st: Palm Beach Gardens, Sarasota, San Francisco, Boca Raton, and St. Louis. As of November 1st we will be at Palm Beach, Palm Desert, Phoenix, and Naples as well. 

Now I also have some images to share. I took these pictures myself, well my husband and I did, but I was so excited I couldn't wait for the professional shots. I would love to know what your favorites are. So far I love them all! It's like children right? You can't have a favorite, or can you...  

Til Next Week,

As the summer is winding down, I want to get the most out of it as possible and sometimes a quick little getaway is just the thing. Yes, week-long vacations in some far-away location is always welcome but sometimes it’s just a quick little road trip that’s all you need to refresh and reset for the Fall.

I have put together my three-favorite quick and easy trips for my Floridian friends. If you have a favorite I missed let me know. I’m always looking to add to my list. Florida is full of surprises and here are some of my favorites.

If it’s beaches you’re looking for…Naples!

The southwest side of Florida has a lot to offer that sometimes gets overlooked for the busier trendier southeast side. One of my favorite hotels to stay at is LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort. There is plenty of things to keep everyone happy. A beautiful private beach, spa and an 18-hole golf course. One of my favorite local breakfast spots is Sunburst Café, they serve phenomenal coffee and even better sweets.

If it’s art and culture you’re looking for…Miami!

I know that most think loud and busy when they think of Miami but you really should be thinking art and culture. So much has been happening in Miami lately and if you are interested in a bold experience this is the town. First stop should be the Miami Design District which has been exploding lately with some of the world’s most luxurious brands and restaurants. Next up, hit the Perez Art Museum Miami, a contemporary modern art museum with awesome views of Biscayne Bay. You can end the day with some drinks at the museum’s waterfront bar, Verde.

If it’s family time you’re looking for…Sanibel & Captiva Islands

Looking to slow down with the kids and take a break from social media this is the place. There isn’t even a traffic light on these islands. You will need to take a boat ride to get to Sanibel but Captiva is accessible by bridge. Casa Ybel Resort has tons of fun activities for kids and a spa for moms. There is also lots of great spots for family photos like the Sanibel Lighthouse and the “Sanibel Stoop” known for its great shelling opportunities.

While it pains me to talk about the end of summer, I hope these quick weekend vacation ideas add a little (last minute) excitement to your summer.

Till Next Week,

For the past couple of years now, Rose Gold has been huge in the jewelry world. It seemed to be a trend but is definitely past that trend stage at this point. It’s now a color for everything...hair color, products, shoes, etc.

  

We are introducing Rose Gold into the collections this coming season and I am so excited!

I have recently really fallen in love with rose-colored everything. The hue is huge lately, I am sure you have noticed and I wanted to share with you some of the inspiration I have found.

I have a lot, so I am going to do a tight edit of only the best inspiration. I hope this brightens your day, it sure has been helping mine.

PS. Check out some of our brand new Rose Gold pieces below, and let me know what you think!

Til Next Week!

I know a few weeks back I mentioned a little teaser for the new fine jewelry line we are launching (YAY!) called KANTIS Fine Jewelry, but today I have another little secret to share. We are also launching another new line...Kantis Couture Gems.

Yes, I know what you’re thinking, I’m crazy, but I was SO inspired when creating the first fine line that we had to do another that focused on big statement pieces. These pieces are inspired by the Palm Beach over-the-top lifestyles and colorful landscape.

Both lines have very different themes, KANTIS Fine Jewelry is modern simple and clean while Kantis Couture Gems are one-of-a-kind statement pieces.

We wanted to showcase these amazing stones from this Indian Family that has been mining gems for 13 generations. The quality is absolutely amazing, some of the best I have ever seen. My inspiration for each stone is unique and the goal is to show how beautiful the stone is. I envisioned the likes of C.Z. Guest and society women attending lavish parties at Mar-A-Lago wearing the pieces.

I will share some images here but honestly, they don’t do them any justice. The real thing is too gorgeous for words (or images).

Til next Week,

It’s that time of the year again…Wedding Season. Love is in the air along with lots of travels plans. Everyone knows how busy this time of year can be for weddings because of the warm and predictable weather which makes for beautiful backdrops among many other things.

I love helping brides find a special piece for their big day. It feels so special for me to be apart of such occasions year after year, it never gets old. I also really love helping brides pick out one-of-a-kind pieces to gift their bridesmaids on the big day.

Gifting jewelry for me is so perfect because it helps define the memory in a tangible thing. Just think, every time one of these bridesmaids looks at that bracelet or necklace they can remember how special the bride made them feel.

This year during wedding season I decided to run a little special, well actually a huge special. For every $250 you spend you get $50. This is perfect for when buying multiple gifts and allows for you to get a little extra bang for your buck. So don’t hesitate because this special isn’t forever. Check out a few of my favorite gift-able pieces and enjoy the season of love.

Til Next Week,

Now that we’re all thinking about our summer travel plans the next logical thing to think about is what to pack. Vacation can be hard to pack for when you aren’t sure of where you’re going or what exactly you’ll be doing. The weather plays a factor too but one way I stay stylish is through my accessories.

Jewelry is so easy to pack and can completely change an outfit. I have put together some of my favorite combinations depending on where I’m going. My favorite vacation of late has been upstate New York. Dressing for the country has brought me so much joy and new creativity to my looks.

Check out my ideas for a few other favorite spots.

The Beach

The Country 

The Lake

Til Next Week,

A couple of weeks ago, Anthony and I took a little trip to the west coast of Florida for a secret project we’ve been working on. I wasn’t able to share it until now. As you can guess by the title of this blog, we launched a new collection exclusively for HSN, Stephanie by Stephanie Kantis.

The Home Shopping Network is a place that most brands dream of being a part of. When we got the call that they wanted to collaborate, I couldn’t turn it down. But then I realized, this isn’t just about me creating a new collection but also getting in front of millions of people to sell on live TV, whoa!

When the time came we headed over to St. Petersburg, FL and made a beautiful trip out of it. We stayed at the charming and peaceful Vinoy Hotel, which helped calm my nerves. When we got to the studio everything fell into place beautifully. The team at HSN made me feel so at ease every step of the way.

Below I have attached the link to the video and some of the pieces from the collection. Check it out and let me know what you think!

Til Next Time,

Also, CLICK HERE to the see the collection online.

Just in case you haven’t heard or seen, the statement earring is the jewelry trend of 2017 and 2016 and even maybe a little of 2015. In short, if you haven't perfected your earring game you’re missing the boat.

I love this trend because it’s easy and uh so feminine. Earrings frame the face and bring attention to the neck, which I feel is one of the sexiest parts of the female body. I think a lot of people agree because this trend is going strong and isn’t showing any signs of slowing down.

One of the ways this trend has morphed in past seasons is the mismatch earring. Trend setters are wearing pieces that have a similar theme to unite them but are obviously so completely different.

I do this with some of the earrings I already own and it feels like I have a new piece of jewelry, which is awesome. I thought it would be fun to show you how I would mismatch some of the new Spring Collection earrings. Would love to hear what you think below.

Til Next Week,

Whether you are staying in for a cozy romantic dinner-for-two or planning a girls night out with your fellow lady bosses we have some ideas for what to wear on the 14th. There is enough to worry about on Valentine’s Day we thought it might be helpful to take all the guess work out of the perfect accessories.

Sending you lots of love and chocolate,

Romantic Dinner-In

You aren’t going out, but that doesn’t mean you don’t want to put a lot of thought into your outfit. You want to look your best while not going over board.

Girls Night

These are your girls and you don’t want to disappoint. This is the time to take style chances and go for that trendy piece you have been dying to try.

First Time Valentine’s Day Casual

You want to come across as confident and totally comfortable. You aren’t sure where this is going but you know you want to make a statement about who you really are.

Classic Formal Night Out

This is your chance to go all out. This is the time to try that statement necklace or cocktail ring, the sky’s the limit.