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 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 18 Karat Gold White South Sea Pearl Drops
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Classic yet distinctly modern, these drops showcase the natural beauty and exceptional luster of White South Sea Pearls. The pearls' soft natural shape and silvery-white glow harmoni...
South Sea Pearl, 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 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 Platinum Blue Sapphire Hinged Drop Earrings, 3.22 tcw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
These Faye Kim hinged drop earrings feature luminous blue sapphires set in clean, matte-finished platinum bezels. The soft hue of the stones is brought out by their cool-toned frames...
Blue Sapphire, 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 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 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 delicate movement. Certain to turn heads with their clean and sleek des...
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 Double Diamond Hinged Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18K Gold Double Emerald Cut & Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Hinged Earrings Indulge in luxury with these double diamond drop earrin...
Diamond, 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 Diamond and Oval Ruby Cabochon Drop Earrings, 5.1 tcw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Diamond and Oval Ruby Ruby Cabochon earrings feature smooth oval ruby cabochons accented by brilliant round diamonds, all bezel-set in Faye Kim’s signature b...
Diamond, Ruby, 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 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 18 Karat Gold and Diamond White South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A sophisticated expression of classic jewelry with a contemporary feel, these elegant pearl drop earrings from Faye Kim pair luminous white South Sea pearls with the brilliance of ro...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 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 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 Diamond Brilliant Cut Quad Drop Earrings, 1.26ctw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18K Gold Diamond Brilliant Cut Hinged Quad Drop Earrings are a perennial bestseller that add subtle sparkle to your every day jewelry collection. Diamonds: 1.26 ctw Leng...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Burnished Diamond Hinged Hoops - Large
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Understated elegance meets contemporary sophistication with these striking platinum diamond hoop earrings from Faye Kim. Beautifully crafted with a clean round silhouette, each hoop ...
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pink Sapphire Drops for Hoop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Detachable Pink Sapphire Quad Bezel Rose Cut Drops can be attached to many other hoops, allowing for mixing and matching, and adding sparkle to any outfit. ...
Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Black Tahitian Pearl Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A sophisticated expression of Faye Kim’s signature pearl designs, these elegant drop earrings showcase luminous Black Tahitian pearls, prized for their rich natural color and subtle ...
Diamond, Pearl, 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 Micro Pave Diamond Hinged Hoops, .36 tcw
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 Ceylon Moonstone Daisy Earrings, 12.75 tcw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold Ceylon Moonstone Daisy Earrings - The blue adularescent flash from Ceylon moonstones adds to the overall mystique surrounding them...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Turquoise Briolette Planished Multi-Loop Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim combines 18 karat gold planished multi-loops with turquoise briolettes to create the perfect earrings for any occasion. Length 2.5" Briolettes range from 7x10mm to 8x12mm each Model shown wearing similar earrings...
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Red Coral and Raw Diamond Scallop Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
These one-of-a-kind Faye Kim 18k gold red coral chandelier earrings are beautifully handcrafted and accented with raw diamonds. Coral: 16mm Length: 1.5" Handmade in the USA
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, 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 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
Platinum Double Drop Ceylon Moonstone Diamond Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Elegant and ethereal, these Faye Kim platinum drop earrings showcase luminous Ceylon moonstones, prized for their captivating blue adularescence, accented by diamonds. Each earring f...
Diamond, Moonstone, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Planished Multi Loop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Planished Multi Loop Earrings on hinged ear wires are an instant classic, and can be worn with virtually any outfit, for any occasion. The gold loops are hand ...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pear Shape Diamond Hinge Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Pear Shape Diamond Hinge Earrings give off just the right amount of elegant sparkle. The hinge detail provides movement and the bezel setting allows the diam...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Wire Hoop Earrings, 1.5" Diameter, Unisex, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold 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 look...
Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Burnished Diamond Hinged Hoops, .26ctw, .75"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Burnished Diamond Large Hinged Hoop Earrings pair beautifully with any wardrobe for any occasion. They can also reversed to be worn without the diamonds showin...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Gray Freshwater Pearl Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Understated and elegant, these Faye Kim 18k Gold Gray Freshwater Pearl Drop Earrings feature luminous gray freshwater pearls suspended from warm 18 karat gold wires. Their graceful, ...
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Shield Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's spectacular 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Shield Earrings exude refined elegance. Each diamond is set into a rectangular bezel s...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Hinged Huggy Hoop Earrings, .375" Diameter
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handcrafted in 18 karat gold, Faye Kim’s Hinged Huggy Hoop earrings are solid with a matte finish and simple hinged closure. Length .375" Width 2mm Photos show variations of drops,...
Diamond, 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 Ceylon Mini Moonstone Briolette Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
A perennial favorite, these Faye Kim 18k gold earrings are handmade with shimmering mini Ceylon moonstone briolettes. Fun and versatile, moonstones are easy to pair with other colors...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold White South Sea Pearl Earrings with Trumpet Cap
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handcrafted in 18 karat gold, these South Sea pearl earrings feature a clean, sculptural trumpet cap that highlights the natural beauty of the pearls. Beautifully matched in a desira...
Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Turquoise Granulation Drops
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Turquoise Granulation Drops offer a versatile and stylish addition to any jewelry collection. The drops can be worn on many of Faye's hoops, sold separately....
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Trillion Diamond Drops for Hoop Earrings, 0.59 Carats, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim must-have 18k Gold Trillion Diamond Drops are classic and timeless yet modern in design. Wear them with Faye's hoops, sold separately, to add extra sparkle to any outfit. D...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Diamond Pavé Bar Drops for Wire Hoop Earrings, .26ct, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Sleek and refined, these Faye Kim 18k Gold Diamond Pavé Bar Drops offer a versatile blend of modern elegance and everyday sparkle. Slim gold bars are lined with brilliant pavé-set di...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Triple Diamond Drops for Hoop Earrings, 1.14ct, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Triple Diamond Drops can be attached to any hoop earrings up to 3mm wide, giving versatility and sparkle to any jewelry collecti...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Triple Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Triple Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings feature three bezel set brightly hued turquoise stones and one round center diamond per stud. Providing th...
Diamond, Turquoise, 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 18 Karat Gold White Freshwater Pearl Drops
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold White Freshwater Pearl Drops for hoop earrings are a must in every jewelry collection. The detachable drops can be worn on many of Faye's hoops, sold separately. ...
Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Citrine Hinged Drop Earrings, 2.70tcw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's handmade 18k Gold Citrine Hinge Earrings showcase sparkling golden yellow Citrines in a classic bezel setting with decorative hinge and French ear wires. Matte-finished. ...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Gold Multi-Loop Light Umba Sapphire Briolette Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim designed these beautiful cascading Multi-Loop Light Umba Sapphire Briolette Earrings, which are overflowing with illuminating hues of blue, pink...
Sapphire, 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 18 Karat Gold Micro Pave Diamond Chiclet Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold Micro Pave Diamond Chiclet Earrings Diamonds 1.12 tcw 3/8" Long Handmade in the USA
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Triple Blue Ceylon Moonstone Drops
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
The moonstones in Faye Kim's 18k Gold Triple Blue Moonstone Drops for hoops feature a distinctive bluish sheen and translucent glow, and are complemented by matte-finished gold bezel...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Hinged Hoop Earrings, .85" Diameter
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handcrafted in platinum with a matte finish, Faye Kim’s modern hinged hoop design conveys understated elegance. The hoops are solid with a hinged mechanism, and are available in othe...
Platinum
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 Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
These Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings are set with three brilliant Paraiba tourmalines and a white center diamond. Diamonds .03 ctw Diameter .312" Handmade in the USA
Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Hoop Earrings with Green Raw Diamond Bead Bar Drops
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Elegant and chic platinum hoop earrings with green diamond bar drops. The bars are reversible with the sparkle of green faceted diamonds on one side and matte platinum on the other....
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Crystal Acorn Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Crystal Acorn Drop Earrings. Luminous rock crystal drops are carved into Faye’s signature acorn silhouette and topped with textured 18 karat gold caps finished...
Crystal, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond White South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Lustrous south sea pearl drop earrings with bezel set diamonds, in Faye Kim's signature 18k green gold, an alloy comprising 75% pure gold and 25% silver. Pearls 10 x 12mm Diamonds .20 tcw Earring length 0.5" Model in black wearing similar earrings...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k 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 18K Gold Wire Hoop Earrings, Unisex, Handmade in USA, 1"
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18k Gold Signature Wire Hoop Earrrings Available in multiple sizes; please refer to hoop sizing grid. HP30-GG Handmade in the USA
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