It's eco-friendly, full of shine AND 3X more affordable, but could YOU spot a lab-grown diamond? These socially responsible gems are an increasingly popular choice for engagement rings
- Sales for moissanite diamonds and lab grown diamonds have soared recently
- Not only are these sustainable engagement rings better for the environment but they can cost up to 90 per cent less than equivalent mined diamond rings
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The saying goes that diamonds are a girl's best friend, but with the diamond industry rocked with concerns over geopolitical and environmental conflict, many of us are thinking twice before we commit.
With more of us searching for socially responsible gems, sales of moissanite diamonds and lab grown diamonds have soared. An increasingly popular choice among socially responsible and eco-conscious buyers, moissanite has become the eco-brides new best friend.
Lily Arkwright is the UK's number one moissanite and lab diamond retailer. Not only are the sustainable engagement rings better for the environment but they can cost up to 90 per cent less than equivalent mined diamond rings.
And the best news? It's almost impossible to tell the two apart, so you don't have to choose between beauty or the planet.
Moissanite is produced in a laboratory so no mining is required. It's up to ten times cheaper than mined diamonds but without compromising on sparkle
Buying an engagement ring should be one of life's most thoughtful purchases but when the diamond industry is riddled with ethical questions, the process of selecting a ring can become fraught.
That's why millennials are embracing sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives to diamond engagement rings with moissanite rings top of the list.
Moissanite rings are a great alternative to diamonds for multiple reasons. The quality is reassuringly fantastic with incredible durability whilst being full of shine and radiance. What's more, it's vastly more affordable so you won't have to sacrifice on clarity, size or colour. In fact, it's almost impossible to tell the two apart.
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Lily Arkwright offers an extensive collection of ethical and sustainable fine jewelry and engagement rings made with beautiful lab grown moissanite stones.
Whether you're looking for something contemporary or traditional, you won't have to sacrifice your eco halo or your bank balance.
To put things in perspective, you can buy a 1ct Round Moissanite 18k White Gold Petite Solitaire Ring for £935. A similar 1ct ring elsewhere can cost you upwards of £2,000.
Savvy consumers are seeking out better value and sustainable engagement rings, whilst allowing cost savings to contribute to their wedding budget
Lily Arkwright boasts a huge collection of ring styles and designs, ranging from petite settings and hidden halos to the classic solitaire. Set in a range of golds, platinum and precious metals alongside their bespoke design service it's no wonder they've amassed hundreds of flawless five-star reviews.
One delighted shopper raved: 'My partner proposed with this ring. He knew an ethical ring was important to me so opted for the moissanite centre stone. The sparkle this has is absolutely unreal and I get so many questions on where its from! The service received was excellent.'
Another agreed, adding: 'SO SO happy with my gorgeous ring! The ring itself is gorgeous and the stone is brilliant! The packaging is fantastic and the staff are super caring and helpful!'
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