More and more couples opt for lab-grown diamonds instead of natural ones, which starts discussions about what counts as real. Globally, lab-grown diamonds are shaking up the engagement ring market. According to various reports, young couples are beginning to debate whether ‘better and bigger rings and smaller price tags’ make more sense in life…
More and more young couples are prioritising financial goals like homeownership, making the lab-created stones an attractive alternative. In addition, lab-grown diamonds may have an advantage when it comes to sustainability. Unlike natural diamonds, which require mining and excavation, lab-created stones have a potentially smaller environmental footprint; the manufacturing of lab-grown diamonds uses exponentially less water, energy, carbon emissions, and earth mineral disturbance than mined diamonds, say pro-LGD buyers.
Ultimately, the choice comes down to personal preference. Whether buyers prioritize cost, resale value, environmental impact or tradition, the right diamond depends on what matters most to them.