Since Faye Kim first took up her goldsmith tools, she’s amassed a shelf full of awards, established a reputation for producing highly wearable, heirloom-quality jewels and acquired a devoted following of collectors, many of whom have purchased her work from the beginning.
As an undergrad, Kim dutifully pursued an economics degree to meet the expectations of her immigrant parents, and she worked for her father’s accounting office for a time. But she quickly found herself “restless,” she says, yearning to do something more creative.
Kim’s mother, having always supported her daughter’s creativity, encouraged her to attend the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) in New York as a way to address her impulse for change.
As a newly minted graduate, Kim hopscotched from a job at a jewelry wholesaler to become a pearl buyer for Tiffany & Co. She eventually became a jewelry buyer at the luxury department store Bergdorf Goodman, where she was exposed to the work of modern masters like Angela Cummings and Barry Kielselstein-Cord and to antique treasures from Kentshire.
Kim enrolled in classes as a hobby. The process enthralled her. “I loved being at the bench. I could sit there for hours on end,” she says. “I fell in love with the granulation process and making everything by hand.”
Kim immediately gravitated to working with 18-karat gold, especially in an alloy with a subtle green cast. When she decided to return to work, in 2003, she opened an eponymous boutique in downtown Westport, Connecticut, a bedroom community outside New York City, and it became her livelihood.
Kim established her stylistic signatures early on. Single pieces are weighty enough to hold their own but not too big to stack with others for a more imposing look, modern silhouettes are combined with old-world techniques like granulation and bezel setting, and virtually everything bearing her name is made entirely by artisans in her studio.
Sizable dome rings are much loved. And a stack composed of a gemstone ring flanked by gold bands is another mainstay for Kim’s true believers. Earrings dangling perfectly proportioned baroque-pearl or diamond drops that softly sway from hinged mountings are bestsellers.
Today, Kim is setting the groundwork for focusing on designs that challenge and excite her.
Find Faye Kim jewelry on 1stDibs.
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold White South Sea Baroque Pearl Link Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold White South Sea Pearl Necklace is interspersed with gold links to give it lightness. Shown as a lariat in photos but can be worn without the lariat. Can also...
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Oval Moonstone Necklace - 18.07 Carats
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Oval Moonstone Pendant Necklace is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent blue hues. The polish and matte gold finish of its handmade heavy oval li...
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim Contemporary Platinum Oval Link Chain Necklace, 23" USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Platinum Oval Link Chain is a perfect blend of modern and classic style. This versatile piece can be worn alone or as a layering piece with other chains and/or a pendant. ...
Platinum
Faye Kim 18K Gold Large Disc Pendant, Contemporary Design, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Striking in its simplicity, Faye Kim's 18k Gold Large Disc Pendant is perfect for both every day and special occasions. The pendant is matte-finished and shown on Faye's signature ad...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Mini Paperclip Vintage Link Chain
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's Platinum Mini Paperclip Vintage Link Chain is a must-have for every jewelry wardrobe with its small connecting oval link...
Platinum
Faye Kim Contemporary Platinum Ceylon Sapphire Bezel Necklace, 4.33ct
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim has set this striking Ceylon Sapphire into an open bezel and attached it to a matte-finished platinum heavy oval link chain. Wear this necklace alone or layered for a more p...
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Faye Kim Platinum Bar Set Aquamarine Pendant Necklace - 6.2 Carats
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Platinum Bar Set Aquamarine Pendant Necklace, with its platinum mini paperclip chain, will complement any wardrobe and can be worn alone or layered with other necklaces. ...
Aquamarine, Platinum
Faye Kim Platinum 26.74Ct Aquamarine Bezel Pendant Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's one-of-a-kind Platinum Aquamarine Bezel Pendant Necklace is striking with its extraordinary translucent blue stone, complemented by a modern matte-finished mini paperclip ...
Aquamarine, Platinum
Faye Kim Platinum Trillion Diamond Station Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Platinum Trillion Diamond Station Necklace is a one-of-a-kind piece featuring brilliantly cut trillion diamond set along a sleek hand-finished platinum chain. The diamond ...
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18K Gold Citrine Hinged Pendant, 93.82 Carats, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Citrine Hinged Pendant is set in an open bezel, creating a multi-dimensional effect. Also known as yellow quartz, this captivating Citrine makes the perfect ...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handwrapped Coil Chain with Toggle Bar
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's hand-wrapped chain is a meticulously crafted one-of-a-kind piece. Each link is individually wrapped in rich 18 karat gold, creating a distinctive coil texture that reflect...
18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Heavy Oval Planished Link Chain
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handcrafted in rich 18 karat gold, this heavy oval planished link chain showcases Faye Kim’s signature blend of sculptural simplicity and refined texture. Each elongated link is indi...
Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pear Shaped Moonstone Necklace - 13.44 Carats
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Pear Shaped Moonstone Pendant Necklace, attached to a handmade paper clip link chain, is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent blue hues. The shap...
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Cushion Diamond Bezel Necklace, 2.16cts
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Designer Faye Kim set this spectacular cushion cut diamond into the perfect bezel and suspended it on her signature 18 karat gold handmade vintage paperclip...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Handmade Double Loop Chain Necklace, Unisex, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold Handmade Double Loop Chain, in her signature green gold matte finish, is a striking statement piece that can be worn on its own, together suspending a pendant, or...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Milky Diamond Necklace - 18.5"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold Milky Diamond Double Loop Link Necklace features a beautiful array of raw, faceted diamond beads in rich shades ranging from yellow to umber. With its adjustable ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Round Moonstone Necklace - 4.18 carats
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Round Moonstone Pendant Necklace, attached to a 1.5mm cable link chain, is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent hues. The shape, polish, and matt...
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Medium Oval Link Chain, 30"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Medium Oval Link Chain Classic and versatile, Faye's 18k gold handmade medium oval link chain is a must in every jewelry wardrobe. It brings the trad...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Diamond Station Necklace, .48ctw, Adjustable 16-18"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's Platinum and Diamond Station Necklace is a must for every jewelry wardrobe. Its bezel-set diamonds add subt...
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Paperclip Chain - 18"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Experience everyday luxury in Faye Kim's handcrafted 18 Karat Gold Paperclip Chain. Completely versatile - the elongated matte-finished links allow for a variety of adjustable length...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Pear Shaped Moonstone Necklace - 6.75 carats
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Pear Shaped Moonstone Pendant Necklace, attached to a paper clip link chain, is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent blue hues. The shape, polish...
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Owl Charm Necklace with Diamond Eyes
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Symbolizing wisdom, truth, and knowledge, Faye Kim's 18k gold Owl with diamond eyes, perched on a branch is beautiful, wise and charming! Owl Length x Wi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Paperclip Chain - 32"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Experience everyday luxury in Faye Kim's handcrafted 18 Karat Gold Paperclip Chain. Completely versatile - the elongated matte-finished links allow for a variety of adjustable length...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Modern 26" Matte Platinum Diamond Pinwheel Lariat Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
An incredible statement of boldness and style - This 26" handcrafted Platinum chain with diamonds can be adjusted and worn as a lariat or...
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Unique and hard to find, an oversized, baroque white south sea pearl is studded with round brilliant cut diamonds. Each diamond is bezel set and hangs on a triple strand cable chain...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Wheel Paperclip Lariat Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Experience everyday luxury in this Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Wheel Paperclip Lariat Necklace. This iconic chain is given a modern tw...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Oval Round Link Adjustable 32" Chain Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's chic 18 Karat Gold Oval Round Link Chain modernizes a classic design. Ideal for wearing alone, with a pendant or charms, or layered with other necklaces and chains. The ve...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Round Planished Link Chain Necklace, 20" Adjustable
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's Platinum Round Planished Link Chain is a perfect blend of modern and classic style -- a must-have for every jewelry wardrobe. Unassumingly chic, thi...
Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Banded Agate Hinged Pendant
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Banded Agate Hinged Pendant is bezel-set. This spectacular one-of-a-kind piece offers a lustrous display of multi-color banding and makes a striking design s...
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Round Link Chain Necklace, 19" Contemporary Design
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's chic 18 Karat Gold Round Link Chain is a timeless classic ideal for wearing alone, with a pendant or charms, or layered with other necklaces and chains. Chain 19" Chain i...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Round Planished Heavier Weight Link Chain - 21"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Experience every day luxury in Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Handmade Round Planished Heavier Weight Link Chain. The perfect go-to chain has round planished links all of which give it gor...
18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat White Gold Bezel Set Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A beautiful classic, this Faye Kim 18K white gold solitaire diamond necklace features a sparkling round brilliant cut diamond bezel-set in white gold. Worn alone or layered, the look...
Diamond, White Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Medium Oval Link Chain - 24"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18K Gold Handmade Medium Oval Link Chain Width: 4mm Length: 24" Charms sold separately If you’d like a different length, please send us a message for pricing and availab...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Mini Paperclip Vintage Link Chain
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Experience everyday luxury in Faye Kim's Platinum Mini Paperclip Vintage Link Chain. Completely versatile - the links allow for a variety of adjustable le...
Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Planished Double Round Paperclip Chain - 18"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Planished Double Round Paperclip Link Chain, hand-crafted in her signature matte-finished green gold, embodies understated elegance and versatility. This sta...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Planished Paperclip Round Link Chain
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's Platinum Planished Paperclip Chain with Round Links is a must have for every jewelry wardrobe. This versatile piece can be worn alone or as a layeri...
Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Station Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Station Necklace is a must have for every jewelry wardrobe. Its bezel-set diamonds add subtle sparkle and shine to a class...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Mesh Pendant, Contemporary Design, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Mesh Pendant features flexible circular links and a matte green gold finish. It can be worn on its own or layered with other necklaces to create a personaliz...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Heavy Oval XL Planished Link Chain
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Experience luxury every day in Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Handmade Heavy Oval Planished Link Chain Link The chain, with its matte finish, gives it gorgeous texture and a bold, modern l...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Planished Paperclip Chain Necklace - 18"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Experience everyday luxury in this Faye Kim 18K gold paperclip chain necklace featuring double planished circle links. The custom closure allow for a variety of wearable styles: worn...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Mini Marquise Link Chain - 18"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Handmade Mini Marquise Link Chain. Length 18", adjustable Other lengths are available; please inquire for more info. Photos show other variations of this neckl...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Round Planished Link Chain (Lighter Weight) - 21"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Experience luxury every day in Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Handmade Round Planished Lighter Weight Link Chain. The perfect go-to chain has round planished links all of which give it gor...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Basset Hound Dog Charm
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold Basset Hound Dog Charm is complete with sparkling diamond eyes. Can be paired with many of Faye's chains, sold separately. Length .5" Diamonds .03 Carats twt 18...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Station Necklace, 1.60ctw, 31" adjustable
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's 18k Gold and Diamond 31" Station Necklace is a must-have for every jewelry wardrobe. Its bezel-set diamonds add subtle sparkle and shine to a classi...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Mini Marquise Link Chain - 16"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Handmade Mini Marquise Link Chain. Length 16", adjustable Other lengths are available; please inquire for more info. Photos show other variations of this neckl...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Mini Paperclip Vintage Link Chain
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Mini Paperclip Vintage Link Chain, with its small connecting oval links, is a must have for every jewelry wardrobe. This versatile pie...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Station Necklace, .60ctw, 30" adjustable
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye's 18k Gold and Diamond 30" Station Necklace is a must-have for every jewelry wardrobe. Its bezel-set diamonds add subtle sparkle and shine to a classic st...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Heavy Oval Planished Link Chain
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Experience luxury every day in Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Handmade Heavy Oval Planished Link Chain. The oval planished links with their matte finish gives it gorgeous texture and a bol...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Moonstone 36" Fringe Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
One of a Kind - Faye Kim's Moonstone Fringe 36" necklace is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent hues. The shape, polish, and matte gold e...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Heavy Handmade Marquise Link Chain - 22"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Handmade Marquise Link Chain is both classic and versatile, and can be a staple in every jewelry wardrobe. Alternating mixed shaped matte-finished links give text...
Gold, 18k Gold