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 18 Karat Gold Rose Cut Blue Sapphire Eternity Ring, 4.0ctw, Size 7
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This modern Faye Kim eternity ring features channel-set blue sapphires and is handcrafted in matte-finished 18 karat gold. An elegant and beautiful statement ring on its own, but als...
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold White Freshwater Pearl Earrings with Diamond Cap
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's exquisite 18k gold freshwater pearl earrings feature a stunning teardrop-shaped cap with diamonds, adding a modern twist to a timeless classic. Perfect for any occasion, f...
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Green Tourmaline Diamond Bar Drop Earrings, 6.3 tcw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Green Tourmaline Diamond Bar Earrings are a one-of-a-kind design showcasing vibrant green tourmalines paired with a sleek line of diamonds. Each tourmaline i...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Matte Finish Round Band Ring, Size 6.5, USA Made
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handmade in 18kt gold with a matte finish, Faye Kim's 2mm round band is a classic and versatile perennial favorite. Wear alone or stack to create your own unique style. Size 6.5 (ca...
18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Raspberry Sapphire Bezel Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k gold, raspberry sapphire slices with faceted pink sapphires. Sapphire Slices 21.05 Carats twt Pink Oval Sapphires: .99 Carats twt LxW 1.25" X .5" Made in U.S.A.
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold .63 Carat Oval Purple Sapphire Single Stone Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Oval Purple Sapphire Stack Ring features an oval .63 carat purple sapphire set in a hand-crafted 18 karat gold bezel. The sapphire’s rich violet hue is be...
Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Hinged Hoop Earrings, Contemporary Design, .5" diameter
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim’s 18 Karat Gold Medium Hinged Hoop Earrings, with their modern design, convey understated elegance and a truly stylish, everyday look! Hoops are solid with a hinged mechanism. Models also shown wearing Small and Large Hinged Hoop Earrings with detachable 18 Karat Gold Earring Drops...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Women's 18k Gold Mesh Ring, Contemporary Design, Size 7
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Mesh Ring in 18k gold features handcrafted open link "mesh" rings and offers subtle elegance with an edge. Size 7 Length: 1" Handmade in the USA
18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Citrine Hinged Bezel Ring, 9 Carats, Size 7.75
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Citrine Hinged Ring features an oversized stone with a warm orange-yellow hue and half round shank. The citrine sits in a beautiful matte-finished bezel. C...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold White South Sea Pearl Pendant with Diamond Cap
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18k Gold White South Sea Pearl Pendant with Diamond Cap Pearl 14 mm Diamond .67 tcw Pictured on 18k Chain and 18k Natural Pearl Necklace, sold separately. Handmade in the...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Tanzanite and Pearl Drop Earrings, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Set in Faye Kim's signature 18k green gold, these modern-day classic drop earrings feature tanzanite's brilliant purple-blue hue enhanced by lust...
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Milky Diamond Line Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Milky Diamond Line Earrings feature clean lines and an elegant silhouette. The milky diamonds beautifully complement each other in quality, shape and size, and ar...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Lapis Lazuli Tapered Bar Pendant, Unisex, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
18K Gold Lapis Lazuli Tapered Bar pendant with rondel cap is 3" in length and is a stunning deep blue hue with flecks of gold. Can be paired with many of Faye's chains, sold separate...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Fancy Shaped Diamond Line Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Sleek, modern, and endlessly wearable, these Faye Kim 18 Karat Fancy Shaped Diamond Line Earrings offer a refined take on classic diamond drops. A curated sequence of fancy shaped di...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Granulation Stud Earrings, 0.49 tcw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Perfect for everyday wear, Faye Kim’s 18k Gold Diamond Granulation Stud Earrings are effortlessly versatile. Casual yet refined, they offer a fresh take on classic diamond studs that...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Micro Pave Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18k gold micro pave diamond eternity band ring with round brilliant cut diamonds Diamonds .46 tcw Width 2mm Size 5.5 - c...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Labradorite Briolette Fringe Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's spectacular 18 Karat Gold Labradorite Briolette Fringe Necklace features an elegant, modern design. Labradorite, treasured for its remarkable play of color, is believed to...
Labradorite, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Three-Stone Blue and Green Sapphire Bezel Stack Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This three-stone 18 karat gold Faye Kim stack ring features a vibrant oval-shaped blue sapphire flanked by sparkling green sapphires, all bezel-set in matte gold. Wear alone or stack...
Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Wire Hoops with Orange Sapphire Granulation Drops
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This set includes Faye Kim's matte-finished 18 Karat Gold Wire Hoops and removable Orange Sapphire Granulation Drops, giving versatility to your jewelry collection. Hoops 1" (other ...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 22 Karat Gold 2.73 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond 3-Stone Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim crafted this one-of-a-kind 22 karat gold Ceylon Sapphire 3-Stone Ring to feature a vibrant gemstone trio arranged in a harmonious, sculptural composition. Finished with her ...
Sapphire, Gold, 22k 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 Milgrain Diamond Eternity Band
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Worn alone or stacked, Faye Kim's 18K Gold Milgrain Diamond Eternity Bands are a versatile addition to your jewelry collection. A classi...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Eternity Band, 1.81tcw, Size 7.25
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Clean, sleek and contemporary, Faye Kim's 18 karat gold round brilliant cut diamond eternity band is perfect on its own or stacked with others to reflect your own individual style. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Diamond Comet Ring, 1.70tcw, Handmade in USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handcrafted in 18k gold, this spectacular one-of-a-kind Faye Kim diamond comet ring is certain to be a conversation starter. From every angle, the r...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Tear Drop Ring, .29 tcw, Size 7
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Diamond Tear Drop Ring is an understated, elegant beauty designed to dazzle as it graces your hand. Crafted in 18k gold with Faye's signature green gold matt...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
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 lengths...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Granulation Bezel Tear Drop Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A modern interpretation of classic granulation, this 18k gold ring showcases an open teardrop silhouette accented with finely bezel-set diamonds. The softly rounded granulated form a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Mandarin Garnet Stack Ring, Size 7.75
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Designed in 18 karat green gold with Faye’s signature matte finish, this stack ring highlights a vibrant mandarin garnet set in a refined bezel. The gemstone’s lively orange hue crea...
Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Triple Blue Ceylon Moonstone Drops
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold Triple Blue Ceylon Moonstone Drops are handcrafted and one-of-a-kind. With their distinctive bluish sheen and translucent glow, the moonstones are complemented by...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Chalcedony Drop Earrings, Contemporary Design, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Chalcedony Earrings are beautiful in their simplicity and offer the perfect pop of color with their translucent blue-gray color. Length 1.5" Width .5" H...
Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Studded Hinged Dog Tag Pendant - Medium
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, Faye Kim's 18k Gold Diamond Studded Medium Hinged Dog Tag Pendant is perfect for every day. The matte-finished pendant, which can be engraved, can be pair...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Tanzanite Cabochon Bezel Hinged Ring, 8 Cts
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Tanzanite Cabochon Hinged Ring is crafted in matte-finished solid gold. The cabochon features an intriguing blue-violet hue set in a bezel with hinge detail ...
Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Diamond Bezel Eternity Ring, 2.53ctw, Size 7, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A classic beauty, Faye Kim's timeless Platinum Diamond Bezel Eternity ring is big, bold and beautiful -- the perfect band ring to wear alone or to stack. Diamonds 2.53 ctw F/G Color...
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim Platinum Paperclip Chain Bracelet with Diamond Wheel
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim Platinum Paperclip Chain Bracelet with Diamond Wheel Faye Kim's iconic Platinum Paperclip Chain is given a modern twist with a diamond pinwheel and double links. Wear alone...
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Martini Bezel Stud Earrings, 1.04 tcw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Diamond Martini Bezel Stud Earrings are the perfect pair of diamond studs with their clean, modern setting and matte finish. Offer...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Diamond Mini Dog Tag Pendant, USA, New
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, the mini version of Faye's popular 18k gold diamond Dog Tag pendants is perfect for everyday. The pendant is matte-finished and can be paired with many of...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Paperclip Chain Bracelet
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Chic and versatile, Faye Kim's solid 18k gold handmade paperclip link chain bracelet can be worn alone, layered with others, or dressed up with charms. Sleek and elegant with just th...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Large Rock Crystal Quartz Orb Pendant - Medium
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold Medium Rock Crystal Quartz Orb Pendant, with its gold cap and granulation detail, pairs beautifully with one of Faye's chains and can be worn alone or layered wit...
Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum 7.40 Carat Pear Shape Morganite Ring, Size 7.25
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This Faye Kim platinum ring features a soft blush-toned pear-shaped morganite showcased in her signature open bezel. A timeless, one-of-a-kind piece handcrafted in platinum with a re...
Morganite, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Cushion Green Tourmaline Cabochon Ring, 5.78ct
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Cushion Green Tourmaline Cabochon Ring features a mesmerizing green tourmaline in a dome setting. Green Tourmaline Cabachon 5.78 Carats Cabochon dimensions ...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Medium Alphabet Charm, USA, Contemporary Design
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Medium Alphabet Charm with granulation border - the perfect gift for special occasions, including Mother's Day, birthdays, anni...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Diamond Granulation Eternity Bead Ring, .38tcw, Size 8
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's handcrafted Platinum Diamond Granulation Eternity Bead Ring is part of her signature collection. Ideal for stacking or wearing alone for a simple, sophisticated look. Di...
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Double Planished Teardrop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handmade in 18 karat gold, Faye Kim's planished surface creates dimension and gives substance to these lightweight, super comfortable and easy to wear double tear drop earrings. Fren...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Pig Charm, Medium Pendant, Contemporary Design, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
"This little piggie..." Faye Kim's solid 18 karat gold pig charm symbolizes knowledge and good fortune. Wear it on a chain alone or layered with other chains ...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Mesh Diamond Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Delicately textured and effortlessly modern, these Faye Kim 18k Gold Mesh Earrings with Diamond Bead Drop combine intricate craftsmanship with subtle sparkle. These lightweight earri...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 22 Karat Gold Paraiba Tourmaline Ring - .30 carats
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's one-of-a-kind ring features a Paraiba Tourmaline beautifully showcased in 22k gold with a matte finish, highlighting its captivating electric blue color. Tourmaline .30 C...
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 22k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Green Tourmaline Crystal Fringe Lariat Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Crafted in 18 karat gold, this Green Tourmaline Crystal Fringe Lariat by Faye Kim pairs a modern oval link chain with shimmering tourmaline bars. Its versatile design transitions eff...
Tourmaline, Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings, .77ctw, .75"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's handcrafted 18 Karat Gold hoops with Micro Pave Diamonds feature a matte finish that enhances the bright sparkle of the diamonds and conveys understated elegance. A truly...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Oval Wire Bangle Bracelet - 3mm
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Oval Wire Bangle Bracelet will be essential to your jewelry wardrobe. This handmade bangle is matte-finished is perfect f...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Landscape Bezel-Set Agate Pendant
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Landscape Agate Pendant resembles a natural landscape and makes a striking design statement. Finished with Faye's signature clean bezel, matte finish and hin...
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Milky Diamond Hinged Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A lightweight, one-of-a-kind pair from Faye Kim, these diamond earrings are crafted in 18 karat gold and catch the light with a gentle, natural glow. Each diamond is framed in a smoo...
Diamond, Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Diamond Granulation Bangle, Handmade in USA, 0.40ct
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18k Gold Bangle with Diamond Granulation Beads Diamonds .40ctw Size 2.5" Width 3mm 2.5" diameter Pictured with 18k Gold Diamond Pave Chiclet Ring, sold separately Handmad...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Heavy XL Oval Planished Link Chain Necklace - 24"
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 Blue Sapphire Slice Hinged Pendant
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18k Gold Blue Sapphire Slice Hinged Pendant Sapphire slice 22.10 cts Sapphire Pendant Length x Width: 1.5" x .75" Chain is sold separately Handmade in the USA
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Hoops with Detachable Tahitian Pearl Drops
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Elegant and versatile, these Faye Kim platinum hoops feature detachable Tahitian pearl drops that showcase the pearls’ natural luster and rich, organic tones. The minimalist platinum...
Pearl, Platinum
Faye Kim 18k White Gold Aquamarine and Pearl Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim set these spectacular Aquamarines in 18k white gold and paired them with lustrous white freshwater pearls to create a pair of modern matte-finished drop earrings. Perfect fo...
Aquamarine, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, White Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Wire Hoop Earrings, 1.5 Inch, Handmade in USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18k Gold Signature Wire Hoops Available in multiple sizes; please refer to hoop sizing grid. HP30-GG Handmade in the USA
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Blue-Green and Paraiba Tourmaline Flower Ring, 8.69tcw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Flower Ring is certain to evoke happiness and joy with its spectacular petals of blue-green tourmaline and paraiba tourmaline "pistil" center cluster. Tour...
Paraiba, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Red Coral and Raw Diamond Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's one-of-a-kind 18k gold fiery red Coral ring is beautifully handcrafted and accented with triple raw diamond granulation detail. Coral: 17mm Ring Size 7 Handmade in the USA
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Multi Planished Loop Earrings, Small
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18K Gold Multi small planished loop earrings These handcrafted cascading planished loop earrings are your go-to choice for everyday. Fun and easy to wear from running erra...
18k Gold