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 Diamond Granulation Bangle - Sold individually
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Create a beautiful stack of bangles starting with Diamond Granulation Bangles by Faye Kim. Matte finish with just the right amount of sparkle. Sold individually. Inner diameter 2...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Granulation Bangle - Sold individually
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
18k Gold Bangle with Granulation Beads Diamonds .40 tcw Size 2.5" Width 3mm 2.5" diameter Pictured with 18k Gold Diamond Pave Chiclet Ring, sold separately BR32DG
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer bangle bracelet hand made in 18 Karat yellow gold. This bracelet is finished in Byzantine style with the unique velvet look on the background. The bracelet featur...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
Tanisa Nahata Diamond 1.05ct. Bangle in 18Karat White Gold.
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Made by nature over a period of time and under great pressure, diamonds are a beautiful reminder that all things great take time. There is a reason why diamonds are a girl’s best fri...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian Rose cut diamond bangle, 18 karat gold, floral
Located in NEWARK, GB
If you are looking for a bangle that wows then this antique, Victorian era Rose cut diamond bangle is the perfect choice! Expertly crafted in rich 18ct gold with slight rosey tones, it has a smooth polished finish to the reverse. The face of the bangle is an elaborate combination of scrollwork and floral detailing, all set in sterling silver to highlight the beautiful old rose cut diamonds. The diamonds adorn the entire front of the bangle and the old rose cuts catch the light beautifully. Rose cut diamonds were painstakingly hand cut by master tradesmen with low light such as candlelight providing the pretty and charming twinkle that has become synonymous with the cut. The bangle opens with a small push catch and has a gold safety chain attached. The diamonds totalling Approx 2ct weight in total, estimated in the setting, the larger diamonds approximately 5x6 mm. It is unmarked, C1870s, Victorian era, tests as 18ct gold and silver. An absolutely impeccable piece, this antique diamond bangle...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Bangle Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold. Magnificent retro bracelet, it is composed of three patterns openworked between them, formed by a striped bangle that ends at each end by a gold dom...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tanisa Nahata Multi Shape Diamond Bangle in 18Karat White Gold.
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This diamond collection showcases elegant pieces that are extremely versatile and a timeless addition to your jewelry collection and are perfect for everyday wear. These pieces are p...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tanisa Nahata Multi Shape Diamond Bangle in 18Karat Rose Gold.
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This diamond collection showcases elegant pieces that are extremely versatile and a timeless addition to your jewelry collection and are perfect for everyday wear. These pieces are p...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tanisa Nahata Diamond Hexagon Mirror Bangle in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Featuring dainty multi-shaped diamonds, this collection showcases elegant pieces that are extremely versatile and a timeless addition to your jewelry collection. At Tanisa Jewelry on...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,144Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.44 in Dm 0.44 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer bangle bracelet hand made in 18 Karat white gold. This bracelet is finished in Byzantine style with the unique velvet look on the background. The bracelet feature...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tanisa Nahata Multi Shape Diamond Bangle in 18Karat Yellow Gold.
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This diamond collection showcases elegant pieces that are extremely versatile and a timeless addition to your jewelry collection and are perfect for everyday wear. These pieces are p...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tanisa Nahata Diamond Hexagon Mirror Bangle in 18Karat Rose Gold
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Featuring dainty multi-shaped diamonds, this collection showcases elegant pieces that are extremely versatile and a timeless addition to your jewelry collection. At Tanisa Jewelry on...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Tanisa Nahata Diamond Baguette Inlay Bangle in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This diamond collection showcases elegant pieces that are extremely versatile and a timeless addition to your jewelry collection and are perfect for everyday wear. These pieces are part of our dainty and fine jewelry line known as TanisaJewelry - see more on Instagram @tanisajewelry. Diamond Baguette Inlay Bangle...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tanisa Nahata Diamond Baguette Inlay Bangle in 18Karat Rose Gold
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This diamond collection showcases elegant pieces that are extremely versatile and a timeless addition to your jewelry collection and are perfect for everyday wear. These pieces are part of our dainty and fine jewelry line known as TanisaJewelry - see more on Instagram @tanisajewelry. Diamond Baguette Inlay Bangle...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Multi-Loop Black Tahitian Baroque Pearl Bracelet
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim created this 18 Karat Gold Multi-Loop Black Tahitian Baroque Pearl Bracelet to be worn alone or paired with other bracelets. The epitome of elegance and perfect for any occa...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Multi-Loop Black Tahitian Baroque Pearl Bracelet
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim created this 18 Karat Gold* Multi-Loop Black Tahitian Baroque Pearl Bracelet to be worn alone or paired with other bracelets. *In Faye Kim's signature 18k green gold, an al...
Pearl, Gold, 18k 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. *In Faye Kim's signature 18k green gold, an alloy c...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18k Gold Granulation Bead Bangle
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's signature granulation bangle in solid 18k gold is one of many, designed to wear alone or stack for the ultimate layered look. Beautifully handcrafted and matte finished. ...
18k Gold
Sold
W 1.125 in L 6.5 in
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Flexible Link Cuff Bracelet with Diamond Closure
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim has gone above and beyond in creating this showstopper handmade flexible link cuff bracelet in 18K gold. The weight of this piece is not to be believed and will always be a...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold