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.
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Faye Kim 22 Karat Gold 2.20 Carat Diamond Hinged Ring, Size 7.5
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This Faye Kim 22k Gold Cushion Cut Diamond Hinged Ring centers a luminous cushion-cut diamond in a softly rounded, satin-finished bezel setting. The weighty gold shank is accented by...
Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Milky Aquamarine Oval Bezel Ring, 5.40 cts
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This elegant ring designed by Faye Kim features a luminous milky aquamarine cabochon bezel-set in 18 karat gold. The smooth oval stone displays a serene pale blue hue with a naturall...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Golden South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
These striking Faye Kim 18K Gold drop earrings pair luminous golden South Sea pearls with bezel-set diamonds for an elegant balance of warmth and brilliance. Each richly colored pear...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Round Signet Ring, Matte Finish, Size 5.75
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Round Signet Ring features a perfectly circular 13mm face, offering a bold yet balanced presence on the hand. Finished in Faye Kim’s signature matte green gold...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Cushion Signet Ring, Square Face, Size 5.75, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Cushion Signet Ring features a rounded square face, offering a modern presence in a classic style for the hand. Finished in Faye Kim’s signature matte gre...
Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Micro Pave Diamond Chiclet Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A refined take on everyday diamonds, Faye Kim's Platinum Micro Pave Diamond Chiclet Necklace features a softly squared pendant set with a shimmering a...
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold French Cut Green Tourmaline Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This 18k gold ring features a vibrant green tourmaline with a distinctive French cut, showcasing the stone’s rich color and geometric faceting. Set horizontally in a clean, hand-fini...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 22 Karat Gold 2.10 Carat Raspberry Sapphire Hinged Ring, Size 7.5
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This Faye Kim 22 Karat Gold Hinged Ring features a striking 2.10 carat raspberry sapphire. The handcrafted bezel setting enhances the stone’s natural ...
Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Burmese Moonstone Eternity Band Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim set spectacular Burmese moonstone cabochons into her signature 18 karat gold matte-finished bezels to create an ethereal ring with fiery blue incandescent stones. At stateme...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Nugget Necklace, 25"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Nugget Necklace features a magnificent strand of chunky turquoise beads celebrated for their pale sky blue color and smooth surface. Sou...
Turquoise, Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Medium Round Locket, Contemporary Design, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Small Round Locket can be personalized with an engraving or gemstones. Locket Dimensions .6" Chains sold separately. Handmade in the USA
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Baroque South Sea Pearl Pendant
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A luminous baroque South Sea pearl takes center stage in this one-of-a-kind 18k gold pendant from Faye Kim. Hanging from a simple gold bail, the pearl has a beautiful white luster an...
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Green Gold Oval Signet Ring, Contemporary Design, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This Faye Kim 18 karat green gold oval signet ring features a softly contoured 15 x 12mm face with clean, balanced proportions. Finished in her signature matte green gold, the brushe...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Cushion Shaped Locket Pendant
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 karat gold locket features a softly rounded cushion shape and a hand-brushed matte finish. Subtle decorative detailing at the top ad...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Anticlastic Triple Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Modern and sculptural, these Faye Kim 18 karat gold anticlastic hoops have a fluid, hand-formed curve that creates beautiful dimension. A cluster of three bezel-set diamonds accents ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 22 Karat Gold 1.07ct Asscher-cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Size 6.5
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Crafted in rich 22 karat gold with Faye Kim's signature matte green gold finish, this elegant ring features a striking Asscher cut diamond set in a clean, modern bezel. The diamond’s...
Diamond, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Turquoise Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18K gold turquoise and diamond drop earrings bring a vibrant pop of color to a refined, sculptural silhouette. Smooth, beautifully matched turquoise spheres are suspended ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Sterling Silver Knife Edge Link Bracelet, Modern Design, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A modern day take on a classic look, this bold Faye Kim sterling silver bracelet features substantial knife-edge links, each defined by a sculptural, geometric profile. The angled ed...
Sterling Silver
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Graduated Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Beaded Necklace - 18"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18k Gold Graduated Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Beaded Necklace. This stunning design features a magnificent strand of perfectly matched Sleeping Beauty turquoise beads, celebr...
Turquoise, 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 Dachshund Dog Charm with Diamond Eyes, .03ctw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim created this precious Dachsund charm in 18k gold with diamonds for eyes. Dachshunds symbolize loyalty, fidelity, faithfulness, watchfulness, and love. The charm can be worn ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Golden South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
These striking 18 karat gold earrings pair luminous golden South Sea pearls with bezel-set diamonds for an elegant balance of warmth and brilliance. Each richly colored pearl is susp...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Orange Sapphire Granulation Drops
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A perfect addition to hoop earrings, Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Orange Sapphire Granulation Drops showcase vibrant orange sapphires bezel-set in rich 18 karat gold. Each sapphire is fr...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Aquamarine Crystal Bead Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Aquamarine Crystal Bead Necklace features 205 carats of bright aqua beads and an elegant handmade S-Clasp. Aquamarine 205 tcw Bead sizes 7x6mm-8x7mm Len...
Aquamarine, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Platinum Diamond Cushion Bubble Ring, .48tcw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold and Platinum Diamond Bubble Ring can be worn to showcase either metal or both. Perfect on its own or stacked. Matte finished. Diamonds .48 tcw Band width 4.5mm ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond French Bulldog Charm
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold French Bulldog Charm is full of personality and is finished with diamond eyes. Diamonds .015ctw LxW .5" x .5" Pictured on 18k Gold Cable Chain, sold separately...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Moonstone 20" Fringe Necklace with 2" long Cluster
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
One-of-a-kind, Faye Kim's 18K Gold and Moonstone Fringe 20" necklace is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent blue hues. The shape, polish and matte gold enhance the moons...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold, Diamond, and Carnelian Buddha Charm Pendant
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A symbol of longevity, enlightenment and love, Faye Kim's carnelian buddha charm is complete with its very own 18k gold and diamond necklace. Sure to add a distinctive sparkle to you...
Diamond, Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Black Tahitian Pearl and Champagne Diamond Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's elegant and distinctive 18 Karat Gold Black Tahitian Pearl and Champagne Diamond Drop Earrings pair luminous Tahitian pearls with the subtle sparkle of champagne diamonds....
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Adjustable Turquoise Lariat Necklace, 41"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handwrapped in 18 karat gold, Faye Kim's Turquoise Lariat Necklace is adjustable to be worn at various lengths, making it the perfect complement to an...
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Bezel-Set Marquise Diamond Drops, 0.61 tcw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Bezel-Set Marquise Diamond Drops have just the right amount of dazzle and can be paired with many of Faye's hoops, sold separately. Diamond Drops .61 tcw D...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum 4 Carat Pear Shape Ceylon Moonstone Ring, Size 7.75
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This Faye Kim Platinum Ceylon Moonstone ring reflects a bluish, milky light comparable to that of the moon. The shape, polish, and matte platinum fini...
Moonstone, Platinum
Faye Kim Signature Platinum Wire Hoop Earrings, 1.25" Diameter, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Signature Platinum handmade wire hoops are a must-have for every jewelry wardrobe. Casual, chic and wearable every day, the hoops give endless opportunities to change your...
Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pear-Shaped Hinged Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's signature 18K green gold pear-shaped earrings are finished with hinged French ear wires that create movement. Certain to turn heads with their clean and sleek design, thes...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Bezel Earrings with Gold Bar
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18k Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Bezel Earrings with Gold Bar 17mm x 15 mm
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Fortune Cookie Charm Pendant, Unisex, USA, New
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's solid 18 karat gold fortune cookie charm symbolizes prosperity, luck, and good fortune. Can be paired with many of Faye's chains, sold separately. Charm length 11mm Pict...
Gold, 18k Gold
$2,695 / item
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Burnished Diamond Ball Charm
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Burnished Diamond Ball Charm offers the perfect weight and just the right amount of shine and sparkle with its solid gold construction and diamond-studded su...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond White South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold White South Sea Pearl Drops are topped with bezel set round brilliant cut diamonds. Classic, yet modern, these earrings have French wires and a matte gold finish ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 22 Karat Gold Oval Rose Cut Colombian Emerald Ring, 21.6cts
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
An elegant study in color and craftsmanship, this one-of-a-kind Faye Kim ring showcases an oval rose-cut Colombian emerald set in 22 karat gold. The emerald’s vibrant green is softly...
Emerald, 22k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Mini Horseshoe Charm Pendant, Handmade in USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Mini Horseshoe Charm is perfect for necklace layering or on its own. The shape is believed to be a symbol of good luck and protection. Charm length 10mm P...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum 4.33 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Cushion Bezel Ring, Size 6.5
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Platinum Ceylon Sapphire Cushion Ring is bezel set and matte-finished. Sapphire 4.33 carats Size 6.5, can be resized Ring shown with similar Platinum Ceylon Sapphire ri...
Sapphire, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold 1.66 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond 3-Stone Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Colombian Emerald Ring showcases a vibrant emerald set in a signature clean, modern bezel. Handcrafted in rich 18k gold with a refined matte finish, this one...
Emerald, Diamond, Gold
Faye Kim 22 Karat Gold 6.57 Carat Madagascar Blue Sapphire Ring, Size 6.5
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A striking expression of modern simplicity and old-world craftsmanship, this Faye Kim ring is crafted in rich 22 karat gold and centered with a vivid Madagascar blue sapphire. The st...
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Blue-Green Tourmaline Cocktail Daisy Ring, 5.95ctw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's handcrafted 18 Karat Gold Blue-Green Tourmaline Daisy Cocktail Ring marries nature's beautiful blue-green hues with the timelessness of gold to create a wearable work of a...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum 3.65cts Indicolite Tourmaline Diamond Ring, size 7.75
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Designer Faye Kim set this spectacular Emerald Cut Indicolite Tourmaline in platinum flanked with two diamond baguettes in an open bezel setting that showcases the stone's rich blue-...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Tanzanite Hinged Earrings, 2.30tcw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's handmade 18k Gold Tanzanite Hinged Earrings sparkle in a classic bezel setting with a decorative hinge featuring French ear wires. Matte finished. Tanzanite 2.30tcw Tanza...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Diamond South Sea Pearl Dangle Earrings, 2.78 tcw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Radiant and undeniably elegant, these Faye Kim Platinum and Diamond South Sea Pearl Earrings are designed for life’s most special moments. Luminous South Sea pearls are celebrated fo...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Baroque Black Tahitian Pearl Drops
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Classic yet distinctly modern, these Faye Kim 18k gold drops for hoop earrings showcase the organic beauty and exceptional luster of black Tahitian pearls, their unique textured shap...
Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Blue Topaz Briolette Drop Earrings with Cap
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
These elegant Faye Kim 18 karat gold drop earrings feature faceted blue topaz briolettes, known for their stunning ice blue hue. Each elongated teardrop is finished with a sculptural...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Granulation Huggy Hoop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Granulation Huggy Hoop Earrings, featuring diamond accents set among a textured gold finish. Crafted in warm 18 karat gold, these refined huggies offer...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Granulation Bangle Bracelet, 0.15 tcw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A refined take on the classic bangle, this handcrafted 18 karat gold bracelet is accented with bezel-set diamonds and delicate granulation detailing. The diamonds add subtle spots of...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold White Freshwater Pearl Earrings with Teardrop Cap
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
These elegant Faye Kim 18 karat gold drop earrings feature luminous white freshwater pearls accented by sculptural teardrop-shaped gold caps. The softly brushed gold creates a warm c...
Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Diamond Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Vivid color meets modern refinement in these Faye Kim 18k Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Diamond Baguette Hinged Earrings. Striking Sleeping Beauty turquoise showcases its signature clear...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Multi-Loop White South Sea Baroque Pearl Bracelet
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim created this 18 Karat Gold White South Sea Baroque Pearl Link Bracelet to be worn alone or paired with other bracelets. Pearls 11 mm - 12mm Length 8" adjustable Each brace...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold 1.20 Ct Oval Purple Pink Sapphire Single Stone Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Oval Purple Pink Sapphire Stack Ring features a 1.20 carat oval purple-pink sapphire set in a hand-crafted 18 karat ...
Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Green Tourmaline Round Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Green Tourmaline Round Bezel Ring, with its transparent and brilliant bluish green color, is beautifully bezel set and matte finished. The ring can be worn a...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold 2.40 Carat Blue Moonstone Ring with Diamond Halo
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A luminous blue moonstone shimmers at the center of this elegant design Faye Kim design, encircled by a delicate halo of brilliant white diamonds. Set in Faye’s signature 18 karat ma...
Moonstone, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Trillion Diamond Station Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Platinum Trillion Diamond Station Necklace features a brilliantly cut trillion diamond set along a sleek hand-finished platinum chain. The diamond is positioned to capture...
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18K Gold Anticlastic Cuff Bracelet, Contemporary Design, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18k Gold Anticlastic Cuff bracelet finished with coiled terminals. Size 2.25" Width 1.25", tapered Handmade in the USA
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Anticlastic Bypass Cuff Bracelet
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18k Gold Anticlastic Bypass Cuff Bracelet is lightweight and slightly flexible for easy wear. Length 7.75" Tapered Width 1.25" Handmade in the USA
Gold, 18k Gold
Centering a luminous golden South Sea pearl, this majestic piece is a hot commodity in any season.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.