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 18K Gold Knife Edge Link Bracelet, Contemporary Design, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A one-of-a-kind stunner, Faye Kim's handcrafted 18k Gold Knife Edge Link Bracelet is substantial in weight and style. Each matte-finished link has been masterfully designed to connec...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Signature Wire Hoop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Signature 18K Gold Wire Hoop Earrings with Post Backs and Flat Hammered Ends Faye's signature wire hoop earrings, made of 18K green gold, are a jewelry essential. Worn al...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Huggy Hoop Earrings, .27ctw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
These Faye Kim 18k gold modern granulation huggy hoop earrings are a go-to for every day. The signature matte finish enhances the bright sparkle of the diamonds and conveys understat...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Oval Emerald Single Stone Bezel Ring, Size 7
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Oval Emerald Stack Ring features a .70 carat oval emerald set in a hand-crafted 18 karat gold bezel. The emerald’s vibrant green hue is beautifully set in Fa...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Tsavorite and Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18K Green Gold Stud Earrings set with Green Tsavorite Gemstones and White Diamonds. Diameter .312" Also available in Ruby and Paraib...
Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum .86 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Emerald Cut Bezel Ring, Size 6.75
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Platinum Ceylon Sapphire Emerald Cut Ring, with its bright, vitreous luster, is beautifully bezel-set and matte-finished. Sapp...
Sapphire, Platinum
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 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 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 18 karat gold bezel with a matte finish. Unique and beatiful as an engagement ring, it can also be stacked with other r...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Diamond Granulation Drops, .53 Carats, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handcrafted in 18 karat gold, Faye Kim’s modern design conveys understated elegance and a truly stylish, everyday look. Detachable diamond granulation drops add sparkle to Faye's hoo...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold White South Sea Baroque Pearl Link Convertible Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold White South Sea Pearl Necklace is interspersed with gold links that give it lightness. Shown as a lariat in photos, but can clasped to accommodate varying ne...
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Black Tahitian Pearl Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Striking in their simplicity, these Faye Kim 18k Gold Black Tahitian Pearl Drop Earrings showcase the luminous beauty of round black Tahitian pearls. Each pearl is suspended from war...
Pearl, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pear Shaped Moonstone Necklace - 6.11 carats
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Pear Shaped Moonstone Pendant Necklace is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent blue hues. The shape, polish, and matte gold finish of the papercl...
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold
18 Karat Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Briolette Pendant with Diamond Bail
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Briolette Pendant with Diamond Bail Diamond .30 tcw Length 1.5" Pictured on an 18k Gold Chain, sold separately P12D-GG-Turq
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pear Shape Morganite Pendant Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's spectacular 18k Gold Pear Shaped Morganite Pendant Necklace, with its beautiful blush color and open bezel, is attached to a matte-finished paperclip chain necklace. Mor...
Morganite, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Square Stack Band Rings, Size 7
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Designed to stack together for a clean, modern look, Faye Kim's bands are made in solid 18k gold with a matte finish. Mix with other stack rings for versatility and to create your ow...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Carved Natural Ruby Orb Bead Pendant
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18K Gold Carved Natural Ruby Bead Pendant with Granulation Detail features a stunning magenta-hued orb capped in matte green gold. This unique piece stands out with its di...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Peridot Hinge Drop Earrings, 2.50ctw, USA Made
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's handmade 18 Karat Gold Peridot Hinge Earrings sparkle in a classic bezel setting with a decorative hinge. Matte-finished. Peridots 2.50 tcw Peridot dimensions 8x6mm Lengt...
Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pear-Shaped Blue Moonstone Ring with Diamond Halo
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This beautiful Faye Kim Moonstone Bezel Ring is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent blue hues. The shape, polish, and matte gold settin...
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Halo Lightning Ridge Australian Black Opal Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's striking 18 Karat Gold Diamond Halo Lightning Ridge Australian Black Opal Ring marries classic and modern style. The opal's spectacular hue is complemented by its lovely d...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 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 18 Karat Gold White Agate Acorn Drop Earring with Granulation Cap
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Beauty in simplicity. These 18k gold Acorn drop earrings in smoky-white are easy to wear, flattering and go with just about everything. The earrings a...
Agate, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold 2.76 Carat Cushion Cut Moonstone Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18K Gold Cushion Cut Moonstone Ring is handcrafted in 18K green gold. This moonstone bezel ring is full of light and reflects beautiful...
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Lapis Lazuli Acorn Drop Earrings, Modern Style
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's vibrant 18 Karat Gold Lapis Acorn Drop Earrings are the perfect go-to earrings when you want a pop of color. The acorn drops are finish...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, 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 18 Karat Gold Pear-Shaped Hot Pink Tourmaline Single Stone Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Pear-Shaped Hot Pink Tourmaline Stack Ring features a 1.20 carat pear-shaped hot pink tourmaline set in a hand-crafted 18 karat gold bezel. The pear-shaped t...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Ceylon Blue Moonstone Daisy Cocktail Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Take a walk on the glamorous side with this Faye Kim 18K Gold Ceylon Blue Moonstone Daisy cocktail ring. Known for its beautiful iridescence, th...
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold 1.5ct Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring, Size 7
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A sparkling round brilliant diamond takes center stage on this striking double shank ring, accented with Faye Kim's signature triple diamond granulation detail for added texture and ...
Diamond, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Burnished Band Ring, Size 7.25
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Crafted from solid 18 Karat Gold, Faye Kim's Diamond Burnished Band Ring offers subtle sparkle to an every day piece. This versatile ring can be worn...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Diamond Quad Bezel Drops for Hoop Earrings, .80ct
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Platinum Diamond Quad Bezel Drops have a matte finish and granulation bead at the tip. The drops can be attached to many of Faye's hoop earrings and give an unexpected pop...
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold 1.08ct Princess Cut Diamond Double Band Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Crafted in 18 karat gold with designer Faye Kim's signature matte green gold finish, this distinctive double band ring features a princess cut diamond set in a clean, modern bezel. T...
Diamond, Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Small Round Locket, Contemporary Design, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Small Round Locket combines substance with style. This finely handcrafted and matte-finished locket can be personalized with a thoughtful engraving or with g...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pink Tourmaline Granulation Bezel Ring, 2.75cts
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handcrafted by Faye Kim in 18 karat gold, this vibrant emerald cut pink tourmaline, is bezel set with a halo of granulation beads for a timeless, classic feel. Tourmaline: 2.75 car...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Nugget Pendant with Diamond Bail
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
18k Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Nugget Pendant with Diamond Bail Diamond .18 tcw Length 1" Pictured on an 18k Gold Chain, sold separately
Diamond, Turquoise, 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 Diamond Paperclip Wheel Dangle Earrings, .44ctw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Diamond Paperclip Link Earrings are reflective of her iconic paperclip link chain necklace, and given a modern twist with diamond pinwheel drops. Matte-finis...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Sleeping Beauty Triple Turquoise Diamond Drops
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Triple Turquoise Diamond Drops feature three bezel-set brightly hued turquoise stones and one round center diamond per drop. These earrings, shown on Faye's ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Sterling Silver White Agate Acorn Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim Sterling Silver White Agate Acorn Earrings feature smooth white agate drops carved in a graceful acorn silhouette. They are capped in sterling silver with Faye’s signature s...
Agate, Sterling Silver
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 Diamond 1.25 Carat Pear Shape Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Make an impact with this exquisite Faye Kim East/West pear-shaped diamond ring. Handcrafted in 18 karat gold with a modern bezel setting that highlights the brilliance and shape of t...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Tanzanite with Diamond Baguette Hinged Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim set these spectacular tanzanites and diamonds in platinum bezels to create a pair of show-stopping hinged drop earrings. They showcase the tanzanite's brilliant range of pur...
Tanzanite, Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Blue-Green Tourmaline Cabochon Necklace, 40ctw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's one-of-a-kind 18k Gold Blue-Green Tourmaline Cabochon Necklace blends modern design with understated elegance. A series of striking graduated bezel-set oval tourmalines in...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Green Tourmaline Single Stone Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Green Tourmaline Single Stone Bezel Ring. This striking ring features a 1.90 carat emerald cut green tourmaline set in a hand-crafted 18 karat gold...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Triple Ruby Drops for Hoop Earrings, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold Ruby Trio Drops Drops length 5/16" Pictured on 18k Gold Wire Hoops, sold separately. Please inquire about additional pieces shown in the listing.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Triple Diamond Drops for Hoop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Platinum Triple Diamond drops Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds 0.62 tcw Length 0.375" Pictured on Diamond Hinged Hoops, sold separately
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pink Tourmaline Hinged Earrings, 2.70ctw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's handmade 18k Gold Pink Tourmaline Hinged Earrings sparkle in a classic bezel setting with a decorative hinge featuring French ear wires. Matte finished. Pink Tourmalines ...
Tourmaline, 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 18K Gold Diamond Daisy Cocktail Ring, 5.17ct, USA Made
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim’s 18k Gold Diamond Daisy Ring showcases a radiant cluster of diamonds arranged in a bold floral silhouette, set in her signature matte-finished gold. The split shank adds ba...
Diamond, 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 Peridot 13.5ct and Diamond Ring, size 6.5
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Crafted in 18 karat gold with Faye Kim's signature matte finish, this vibrant ring features a luminous peridot accented by sparkling white diamonds. The fresh, verdant hue of the per...
Diamond, Peridot, Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold White Freshwater Pearl Hand-Wrapped Chain Necklace - 20"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Designer Faye Kim finished this lustrous hand-wrapped freshwater pearl necklace in 18k gold. With oversized, slightly off-round pearls and a large handmade clasp, the timeless pearl ...
Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Micro Pave Diamond Hinged Hoops - Small, .375"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's modern yet timeless 18 Karat Gold Small Micro Pave Diamond Hinged Hoop Earrings complement any style and wardrobe, adding sparkle to every occasion. These hoops are endles...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Burnished Diamond Hinged Hoop Earrings - Small, .375"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's handcrafted 18 Karat Gold Hinged Hoop Earrings with burnished diamonds. The matte finish enhances the bright sparkle of the diamonds and conveys everyday understated elega...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Prasiolite Acorn Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Prasiolite Acorn Drop Earrings feature soft green prasiolite drops carved into her signature acorn silhouette and are crowned with textured 18 karat gold cap...
Other, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Blue-Green Tourmaline Single Stone Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Blue-Green Tourmaline Single Stone Bezel Ring features a handcut emerald-cut green tourmaline set in a sleek 18 karat gold bezel. The warmth of t...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Moonstone Bead Necklace, 736ctw, USA, Contemporary
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim fashioned the luminous moonstone, thought to harvest the the moon's energy and promote positive well-being and balance, into a single-strand chunky beaded necklace with hand...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Crystal Quartz and Diamond Leaf Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's handmade 18 Karat Gold Crystal Quartz and Diamond Leaf Earrings feature a faceted leaf-shaped crystal quartz suspended by a gold hinge beneath a bezel-set round diamond. M...
Crystal, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Green Gold Granulation Huggy Hoop Earrings, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim’s Granulation Huggy Hoop earrings are handcrafted in her signature green gold and feature three rows of beads with a matte finish. The design conveys understated elegance, m...
Gold, 18k Gold
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 Oval Moonstone Eternity Ring, Size 7
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim’s 18K Gold Moonstone Eternity Ring is a perennial favorite. Clear moonstones reveal a luminous blue sheen that contrasts beautifully with the soft matte finish of the gold. ...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold