Diamonds may be a girl’s best friend, but the real deal is not so great for the environment.
Studies have found that mining for diamonds can cause “irreversible damage to the natural environment”, negatively impacting wildlife and water resources and through carbon emission release.
Which could be why more and more people are turning towards lab-grown diamonds instead to add a touch of sparkle to their jewellery collections.
While lab-grown diamonds are chemically and physically identical to their natural counterparts, they can cost up to 75 per cent less and without needing to mine for them, they are kinder to the planet.
They’re popular with couples looking to get engaged too, with a study of 1,500 Brits finding that 70 per cent would be happy to go for a lab-grown alternative, with 69 per cent stating they couldn’t tell the difference between the natural and lab-grown versions.
Luckily, lab-grown diamonds are becoming increasingly popular in the UK – and Lily Arkwright is one of the jewellers leading this charge.
With showrooms in London, Manchester and Birmingham, along with a large selection to choose from on their site, Lily Arkwright is our go-to for ethical, low-cost lab-grown diamond jewellery.
The brand’s lab-grown diamonds are graded and certified by the same governing bodies that look after naturally mined diamonds, so you know that you’re getting the real deal.
The jeweller offers everything from solitaire settings to trendy toi et moi, via trilogy stones, halo, pavé, and even vintage-style rings.
Plus, because it’s a lab-grown diamond, these can often come in every cut and colour imaginable, so you are able to completely personalise your ring ahead of popping the question. Lily Arkwright also offers a bespoke design service that allows you to work alongside its team of experts to create the perfect ring for your partner.
Along with rings, the jeweller also sells its lab-grown diamonds in necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and pendants, so there’s something for every occasion.
You can check out Lily Arkwright’s complete collection of lab-grown diamonds here.
Lily Arkwright
The UK’s leading lab-grown diamond retailer, Lily Arkwright’s varied collection of sparklers means there’s something perfect for every couple. Plus, this jeweller offers a bespoke design service that can let you choose a unique cut, colour, and setting for your engagement ring.
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