THE ZENITHS OF JEWELRY DESIGN: THE PAVÉ ENGAGEMENT RING
Diamonds are wonderful things. They captivate the imagination and set hearts fluttering quite unlike any other gemstone, and they symbolise love, commitment and dedication in a way which is completely unrivalled in the world of fine jewelry.
Part of the reason why diamonds are so special has to do with the way they handle light. When light - be that sunlight, candlelight or electric light - hits the facets of a diamond, it slows down to a minimum, and bounces its way around within the interior surfaces of the gemstone.
As it slows and refracts, it splits into all the colours of the spectrum, so when it finally finds its way out of the diamonds, it does so in a riot of colour, sparkle and fire. Jewelers have been experimenting with ways to enhance this effect for hundreds of years, and the pavé diamonds found on a pavé engagement ring are perhaps the highest height of this artistry and craftsmanship.
EXPLORING THE WORLD OF PAVÉ ENGAGEMENT RINGS
A pavé engagement ring is one which features a cluster of diamonds, working together and huddled closely, to enormously maximise those magical properties of scintillation, sparkle and fire. The word ‘pavé’ comes from the French for ‘paved’, and refers to the fact that this swathe of diamonds almost makes the ring look as though it has been paved with glittering gemstones, each refracting and reflecting the light magnificently, and throwing out all of those spectrums and flashes of purity and colour.
The artistry which goes into a pavé engagement ring is impressive. It involves using tiny beads of precious metals, which hold the diamonds together and fix them in place as closely as possible.
These give the illusion of playful light and flawless washes of brilliant gemstones, acting as one to shimmer and glitter in the most glamorous way possible.
STYLES OF PAVÉ ENGAGEMENT RINGS
As jewelry becomes more technologically advanced, and the whims of fashion are always driving style forwards to new heights, there is always something new on the scene when it comes to diamond engagement rings.
Pavé engagement rings are no different, and we have always striven to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to offering our customers the latest trends when it comes to these fascinating and beautiful rings. Let’s take a look at some of the types of pavé engagement ring that we offer at our workshop.
For those seeking something elegant, minimal and yet still utterly glamorous, the micro-pavé ring is perhaps your ideal match. These engagement rings are a masterclass in delicate ring-making, and feature a fine band encrusted with extremely small and delicate diamonds, either surrounding a central gemstone, or forming the outside of the band itself.
If you’re looking for the ultimate in sparkling decadence, perhaps you should consider a French pavé engagement ring. This innovative design uses ‘u-shaped’ metal fixes to allow the sides of the diamonds to catch the light, ensuring even more scintillation.
If you’re beloved is a lady in love with glamour, then the halo pavé ring is the one for her. This beautiful design features a central diamond or gemstone, surrounded (or ‘haloed’) by a set of pavé diamonds, which both enhance the shimmering beauty of the central gemstone, while adding an elegance and impressive appearance all of their own.
A halo engagement ring is not only a great option for the glamour lovers, though. It’s also a surprisingly sensible choice for those on a budget too, as the halo of pavé diamonds actually makes the central gemstone look considerably larger! For those who simply can’t get enough of the pavé diamonds, you can further accentuate a halo ring by adding pavé diamonds to the band, too, making this a genuinely dazzling item that any woman would be blown away by.
For a simpler, yet equally heart-stealing design of engagement ring, you can of course also opt for a pavé band. This band of pavé diamonds opens many beautiful options to you - some people like to add accent gems, others want to experiment with milgrain for a vintage appearance and timeless sense of style.
Your love for pavé diamond engagement rings doesn’t need to end at the marriage proposal, though. If you want to explore this unique and dazzling style of ring further, and cement it as part of your personal love story, why not go for a matching pavé wedding band, too? This will look utterly stunning side by side with your pavé engagement ring, and you can again explore different possibilities - such as having multiple bands of pavé diamonds encircling your wedding band, or adding accent gems of another type to bring out the beauty of this wonderful item of jewelry.
No matter what you choose, you can rest assured that our workshop members are here to help you make your choice, and will be by your side every step of the way towards making your pavé diamond engagement ring dreams come true!
FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT PAVÉ DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RINGS
Pavé engagement rings and pavé wedding bands have recently become highly popular with several famous women, including Hollywood actresses such as Blake Lively, Reese Witherspoon and Natalie Portman, all of whom were regularly seen flashing their dazzling diamonds on their ring fingers throughout their engagements.
However, pavé rings aren’t really anything new, and have a history which stretches back to Regency France and the 1700s. While pavé techniques were used from time to time in fine jewelry three hundred years ago, it wasn’t really until the 20th century and the rise of Art Deco that they really became popular in the mainstream. Since then, though, their association with vintage glamour and the silver screen has seen them continue to rise and rise in popularity, and demand for pavé rings doesn’t look like it will slow down anytime soon!