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 Mandarin Garnet Stack Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
The perfect bright, and simple, Mandarin Garnet solitaire ring. Beautifully crafted, bezel set and matte-finished. Wear alone or stacked with other rings to elevate your individual ...
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Ceylon Sapphire Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A beautiful, vivid shade of blue, this Ceylon Blue Sapphire round bezel ring is bezel set in 18K gold with a matte finish for a clean, timele...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Cushion Cut Moonstone Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18K Gold Cushion Cut Moonstone Ring Handcrafted in 18K Green Gold this beautiful Moonstone Bezel Ring is full of light and reflects beaut...
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 22 Karat Rubellite Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 22 Karat Gold Rubellite Ring is evocative of a traditional signet ring, but with a modern twist. Rubellite, a reddish-pink variety of tourmal...
Rubelite, Gold, 22k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Blue Oval Moonstone Ring with Diamond Halo
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This beautiful Moonstone Bezel Ring is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent blue hues. The shape, polish, and matte gold enhances the moonstones striking rainbow effect. Complete with a Diamond halo for extra sparkle. Handcrafted in 18k green gold, Faye Kim...
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pear Shaped Blue Moonstone Ring with Diamond Halo
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This beautiful Moonstone Bezel Ring is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent blue hues. The shape, polish, and matte gold enhances the moonstones striking rainbow effect. Complete with a Diamond halo for extra sparkle. Handcrafted in 18k green gold, Faye Kim...
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Hot Pink Tourmaline Stack Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
The perfect bright, and simple, hot pink tourmaline solitaire ring. Beautifully crafted, bezel set and matte-finished. Wear alone or stacked with other rings to elevate your individu...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 22 Karat Gold Blue Sapphire Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim offers a fresh take on the classic signet ring, imbuing it with a more modern shape and lines and set it with a vividly-hued Blue Sapphire. Beautifully showcased in 22K gold...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 22k 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 that's beautifully showcased in 22k gold with a matte finish, highlighting its captivating electric blue color and making ...
Paraiba, Tourmaline, 22k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring, 1.04 Carats
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring features an open bezel in 18 karat gold with a matte finish. Can be mixed and stacked with other rings for a c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's spectacular Emerald Cut Diamond Ring is handcrafted in 18 karat gold. Set horizontally, the stone is beautifully highlighted in a matte finished bezel for a clean, contemp...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18k Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Beautifully handcrafted in 18k gold*, this round brilliant cut diamond is bezel set and is the perfect engagement ring for today's bride. Perfe...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Whether worn as an engagement ring or a stack ring, Faye Kim's Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Ring, set East/West in Platinum, is handcrafted with a beautiful matte finish for a clean, co...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Bezel Dome Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
18k Gold Bezel Set Colombian Emerald High Dome Ring Emerald .98 cts Size 8, can be sized RN237
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Stack Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
The perfect bright and simple emerald stack ring. Beautifully crafted, bezel set and matte-finished. Wear alone or stacked with other rings. Emerald .09 cts Width 3mm Size 7, can b...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Matte Platinum Diamond Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Whether worn as an engagement ring or a stack ring, Faye Kim's Emerald cut diamond ring in Platinum is handcrafted with a beautiful matte finish for a clean, contemporary feel. Size ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim Platinum Marquise Diamond Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Whether worn as an engagement ring or a stack ring, Faye Kim's Marquise Diamond Bezel Ring in Platinum is handcrafted with a beautiful matte finish ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Whether worn as an engagement ring or a stack ring, Faye Kim's Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Ring, set East/West in Platinum, is handcrafted with a beau...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold African Blue-Green Tourmaline Stack Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
The perfect bright Blue-Green African Tourmaline stack ring. Beautifully crafted, bezel set and matte-finished. Wear alone or stacked with other r...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
The ultimate statement of luxury and style. Platinum modern engagement ring or stack ring featuring the crisp and clean lines of an emerald-cut diamond. Matte-finished. Diamond...
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat White Gold Green Tourmaline Baguette Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
One of a kind - Faye Kim's signature 18K White Gold Green Tourmaline Bezel Baguette Ring, with its matte finish, is beautiful worn alone or stacked...
Tourmaline, White Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Offering classic yet contemporary appeal, this platinum ring, with its matte finish, is bezel set with an open gallery and can be easily stacked. Mix and match to create your own style. Size 6.75 Ring can be sized. Diamond: Old European Cushion Cut...
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Baguette Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
The newest additions to Faye Kim's signature stack rings, diamond baguettes are bezel set in 18k gold for a clean, contemporary style that can be worn alone or stacked to create your...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Ceylon Sapphire Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A beautiful, vivid shade of blue, this Ceylon Blue Sapphire round bezel ring is bezel set in platinum with a matte finish for a clean, timele...
Sapphire, Platinum
Faye Kim Platinum Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This timeless yet contemporary platinum diamond engagement ring. Bezel set with an open gallery for an airy feel, with a matte finish. Can be stacked, mix...
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Light Pink Tourmaline Stack Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
The perfect bright, and simple light pink tourmaline stack ring. Beautifully crafted, bezel set and matte-finished. Wear alone or stacked with other rings to elevate your style! Han...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Ceylon Sapphire Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A beautiful, vivid shade of blue, this Ceylon Blue Sapphire round bezel ring is bezel set in 18K gold* with a matte finish for a clean, timel...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$1,853Sale Price|24% Off
Solitaire Ring with Ceylon Sapphire White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover the ultimate symbol of love and elegance with this sumptuous Ceylon sapphire solitaire ring, set in an 18k white gold band. This jewelry creation is a tribute to the timeles...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,044Sale Price|20% Off
Bonebakker 18 Karat White Gold Ring Cushion Cut Moonstone, Topaz and Diamonds
By Bonebakker
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rich color, abundant sparkle and striking contrast combine to make this ring stand out. This gorgeous 18 karat white gold cocktail ring in blue hues features a cushion-cut London bl...
Diamond, Moonstone, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cushion Cut Tanzanite with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tanzanite 1.45 carats with Diamond 0.16 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 5.33 grams "We first opened doors ...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Alex Jona Quartz Rubellite 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat rose gold ring set with a crazy cut quartz over rubellite, weighing 8.42 carats. Size US 6, can be sized to any specifica...
Ruby, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cognac diamond ring in 22Karat gold
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
A lovely light cognac cushion-cut diamond, weighing 1.20 carats, glows with exceptional brightness and clarity. The gem is set in 22 karat gold with intricate Etruscan-style granulat...
Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Solitaire Rose-Cut Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Solitaire Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Gold Solitaire Rose-Cut Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Solitaire Fashion Ring This articulate vivid yellow sapphire and diamond ingenious band is elegant. The 5 rows of perfec...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Midcentury Persian Turquoise and 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Berkeley, CA
The turquoise is a warm and yummy sea foam blue from Persia and is set in a carved filigree prong setting. The turquoise sits high on the setting and is securely held in place by ten...
Turquoise, 18k Gold
5.38 Carat Cushion Cut Aquamarine Solitaire Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6 Embrace the serene beauty of the ocean with this stunning 5.38 carat cushion-cut aquamarine solitaire ring, a true masterpiece of elegance. Set in luxurious 18 karat y...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Mens Two-Tone Ring with Onyx
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer unisex all handmade ring crafted from sterling silver and solid 18 Karat yellow gold to create a unique look. The gorgeous ring features a square onyx and is available also with Rubelite. This stunning piece is outstanding in the quality of workmanship and stone selection and is made in our workshop in Athens Greece. Size 13 (can be custom made in all sizes, please contact us). Silver weight: 19.10 gr Gold weight: 2.6 gr Front width 16mm, back width 6mm For a full selection of S.Georgios jewelry...
Onyx, Rubelite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
$2,200Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style 1.82ctt Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Art Deco style round Ceylon sapphire ring with diamonds. 1.82 carats total gemstone weight. Center 1.50 carat round Sri Lankan sapphire heat. Complimented with 0.32 carats of round b...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Star Sapphire/Ruby 22 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
Star sapphires have a long and fascinating history of being highly coveted and prized as very special and unique gemstones. This rare, 32.17 carat star...
Ruby, Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,236Sale Price|20% Off
Ring in Rose Gold with 1 Black Opal Oval and 38 Diamonds
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Thomas Leyser is renowned for his contemporary jewellery designs utilizing fine gemstones. This 18k rose gold (15.30g) ring is set with 1x fine Black Opal...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Rose Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Milky Aquamarine Oval Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's beautiful Milky Aquamarine Oval Bezel Ring is handcrafted in 18 karat gold. The clean bezel setting and matte gold finish enhance the stone'...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Round Milky Aqua Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's beautiful Round Milky Aqua Bezel Ring is handcrafted in 18 Karat Gold. The clean bezel setting and matte gold finish enhance the stone's natural blue gray color. Wear alon...
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Milky Aquamarine Cushion Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's beautiful Milky Aquamarine Cushion Bezel Ring is handcrafted in 18 karat gold. The clean bezel setting and matte gold finish enhance the stone's natural translucent aqua c...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Stack Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
The perfect bright, and simple diamond solitaire stack ring. Beautifully crafted, bezel set and matte-finished. Wear alone or stacked with other...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Yellow Sapphire Gemstone Stack Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's perfect bright and simple 18 karat gold yellow sapphire solitaire ring...Beautifully crafted, bezel set and matte-finished. Wear alone or stacked with other rings to showc...
Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring combines the soft cornflower color of the Ceylon Blue Sapphire with the luxury of triple side diamond granulation. The matte f...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 22 Karat Gold Paraiba Tourmaline Ring - 1.80 carats
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's one-of-a-kind ring features a Paraiba Tourmaline that is beautifully showcased in 22K gold with a matte finish, highlighting its captivating vivid blue color. Tourmaline ...
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 22k Gold
Faye Kim 22 Karat Gold Paraiba Tourmaline Ring - .90 carats
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's one-of-a-kind ring features a Paraiba Tourmaline that is beautifully showcased in 22K gold with a matte finish, highlighting its captivating electric blue color. Tourmali...
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 22k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Aquamarine Stack Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
The perfect vibrant, bright, aquamarine solitaire ring. Beautifully crafted, bezel set and matte-finished. Wear alone or stacked with other rings to elevate your individual style! ...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Australian Opal Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's one-of-a-kind Australian Opal is set in a matte finished 18 karat gold bezel. The ring is striking worn alone or stacked with other rings, and is sure to be a conversation...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Matte Platinum Diamond Marquise Cut Diamond Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Whether worn as an engagement ring or a stack ring, Faye Kim's Marquise diamond ring in Platinum is handcrafted with a beautiful matte finish for a contemporary style. Size 6.75 Wid...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring - 1.20 Carats
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring features an open bezel in 18 karat gold with a matte finish; can be beautifully stacked and mixed and matched ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold