Here’s what some of our readers wrote in when we asked which of the two they would choose:
“It’s a tough one. Channel holds the diamonds more securely but pave gives you more sparkle. It’s a trade-off, I guess! For my wedding ring I chose a pave eternity band. I would have just as easily gone for a channel setting though.”
“Because I didn’t want any metal to show in my engagement ring, I chose a pave setting. I love the look of the diamonds! They’re so dazzling in the light.”
“I picked the channel setting because security was my number one concern. I’d rather have the peace of mind that all my diamonds are still there than have a bit more sparkle but constantly have to worry if I’ve knocked a diamond loose. I know pave is still very secure, but it didn’t cut it for me.”
As you can see, both pave and channel settings are excellent choices, so you won’t go wrong with either of them. They’re classic options that have stood the test of time and will continue to be in fashion for decades. Choose the setting that fits in with your budget, lifestyle and stylistic preferences.