Stephanie Kantis is Stephanie Anne Palm Beach Based Designer Shifts Brand

PALM BEACH, FL June 6, 2013 -Stephanie Anne, the celebrated fashion designer and retailer; is evolving. In celebration of her 20-year anniversary and in an effort to build a broader platform that can support her resonant depth of design, the Luxury Brand is moving from "Stephanie Anne" to "Stephanie Kantis."

"This shift enables me to take the next step as a Luxury Fashion Designer," says Stephanie Anne Kantis. "This is me. This is who I am…and where I am going. Using my full name feels like I have grown up and that I am now truly filling my own shoes."

"Stephanie Anne" – the Brand and Designer – first became known as the pioneer of upscale children's furniture, apparel and more. She has established a Brand synonymous with high quality luxury for the past 20 years in the categories of home and children's.
Within the last two years, she has become a rising star and mainstay on the national fashion scene from unparalleled success with her fashion jewelry line in Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue.

Stephanie Kantis also has designed and currently sells (through her namesake boutique in Highland Park Village in Dallas, TX apparel, handbags, and women's fashion accessories…in addition to her jewelry.

"I am very excited about this shift in the Brand Name," says Stephanie Kantis. "I felt the timing was right and have never been afraid to quickly move when I feel the impetus."

In alignment with this Brand Name shift, a partnership with Vogue Magazine has been created with the launching of the first "Stephanie Kantis" page in the March 2013 edition of Vogue Magazine, which is set to land February 12. Additionally, Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue have been very supportive of the name change.

"Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue are the purveyors of high style and fashion, and I am thrilled and much appreciative of their complete backing of this shift to Stephanie Kantis," says Stephanie Kantis. "They recognize the fact that this name shift allows for more expansion into diversified collections and enhances a luxury Brand with more depth."

This Brand shift also coincided with the launch of the new and much improved Stephanie Kantis website (www.stephaniekantis.com).

"We have some amazing plans on the horizon so stay tuned…" says Stephanie Kantis.

About Stephanie Kantis

Stephanie Kantis is Luxury Fashion Brand. Palm Beach based Designer, Stephanie Kantis, has made a fast name for herself in the fashion industry with her artistic, statement-piece jewelry. The pieces are described as being "mini art sculptures," mostly made of bronze, dipped in 24k gold with a final protective clear coat. The use of semi-precious stones, pearls, crystals, and gems enables the designer to integrate her love for nature and earthly treasures into her works. As an accomplished interior designer, Stephanie Kantis also incorporates her passion for architectural elements, historical decorative motifs, travel and the diversity of many cultures, for an international design aesthetic. Classic, timeless elements embrace a very current verve and keen feminine sensibility. She also designs and makes women's apparel, women's fashion accessories and home décor.
Her products can be found in Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, her Flagship Boutique in Highland Park Village (Dallas, TX), and select luxury boutiques.

Contact:
Anthony Burroughs
214.295.8970