A pavé setting (pronounced pa-vay) comes from the French word for "pavement." In this style, the surface of the ring is "paved" with tiny, sparkling gemstones—usually moissanites or diamonds. These small stones are set closely together and held in place by microscopic metal beads, creating a continuous field of brilliance.

The goal of a pavé setting is to make the metal disappear, leaving only a shimmering path of light along the band.

A pear shape moissanite, often referred to as a teardrop, is a sophisticated hybrid cut that combines the brilliance of a round stone with the elongated elegance of a marquise. It is a choice that feels both vintage and strikingly modern.

1. Aesthetic Appeal & Silhouette

The pear shape is defined by its singular point at one end and a rounded, semi-circular base at the other.

• The Slimming Effect: Similar to the oval, the elongated body of a pear shape moissanite creates the illusion of longer, more slender fingers.
• Versatile Orientation: While most wear the "point" facing the fingernail (to elongate the hand), it can also be worn pointing toward the wrist or even set horizontally as an "East-West" ring for a contemporary look.
• Asymmetrical Beauty: Its unique silhouette makes it a "statement" stone that stands out more than traditional round or square cuts.

2. Light Performance

• Unmatched Fire: Because moissanite has a higher refractive index than diamond, the pear cut's facets act like prisms. You will see intense "rainbow" flashes, particularly in the rounded "belly" of the stone.
• Crushed Ice vs. Brilliant: Depending on the faceting style, a pear moissanite can either have a "chunky" sparkle (traditional brilliant) or a dense, "crushed ice" look that mimics a natural diamond's interior.