From multi-band to split-band, twist, gradient, cluster, knotted, and vintage styles like Art Deco, pavé details add sparkle to any engagement ring. They’re a good choice if you want a more affordable ring, or if you’re looking for a ring that has more smaller stones rather than a single large stone. They can be adapted into almost every ring style you like. Alternatively, you can build your own custom design based on pavé detail.
Along with traditional micro pavé, which has tiny stones that are typically set into delicate bands, there are other types to consider for your custom engagement ring. French pavé features angled cuts and a more dramatic look. As its name suggests, U-cut pavé has a rounded setting, with a softer look than the V-cut. Whichever style you choose, this detail makes all the difference to the way your ring catches the light, adding something special to the design at the same time.
Choosing a Pavé Engagement Ring Style
To give you some inspiration on which pavé engagement ring to consider for your custom ring design, here are some examples:
Round Overlap Halo
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The Cape Diamonds Round Pavé Overlap Halo ring has a contemporary style, featuring an overlapping halo that wraps around the centre stone. If you want a ring with pavé diamonds used to bring out the maximum shine of your diamond, this ring is a perfect choice. Unlike a traditional halo, the overlap adds a fluid style. This will ensure that stones catch the light from every angle.
Gold Multi-Band
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Multi-band rings are ideal for those wanting something non-conventional. A classic micro pavé sits in the centre, with a combination of round and marquise diamonds set along the bottom band. At the top, pear-cut diamonds sit on either side in an open-band design. It would work well in any metal, with coloured diamonds used to add something bolder.
U-Cut Hidden Halo
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This ring brings in multiple features for something with maximum brilliance. Along the top of the band, U-cut diamonds are set, with even smaller diamonds running along the U shape of the setting. Pavé diamonds continue along the hidden halo, with the diamond at the top taking centre stage. The result is a feminine, elegant ring.
Chunky French Halo
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A traditional halo is given a modern touch in this look, with tiny French-set stones running along the band and a halo around the centre stone. French-shaped pavé diamonds have a geometrical V-shape, giving the setting a bolder, angular look. Cool-toned metal gives it plenty of brilliance, but warmer tones would work well, especially if the contrast between diamonds and metals shows the V-shape of the setting.
Emerald-Cut U-Set Pavé
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This ring features Emerald-cut pavé diamonds in U-cut settings, running along the entire band. At the centre, an Emerald-cut diamond is positioned in a double-prong setting. The result is a gentler, rounded take on a traditional pavé band solitaire. This design would work in any metal and stone, as well as ombre designs.
Art Deco Split-Shank
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This Art Deco-inspired ring has a bezel-set centre stone and a geometric split band. Rather than gentle curves, the split is rectangular to match the centre stone, while channel-set tiny diamonds adorn the top and bottom rows, with small diamonds sitting on the ends of each centre band. If you like big, unusual rings, this design will be perfect.
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