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We’re all striving to make small changes in our life that make a big difference, so why not implement these changes into your future lifetime ring? Look no further than Lily Arkwright!
Lab grown engagement rings are an amazing alternative to natural diamonds without that hefty price tag and humanitarian toll of extracting them. In today’s blog I’ll be delving deeper into the world of Lily Arkwright to find out more about their gorgeous premium Moissanite engagement rings and Lab Grown fine jewellery. As well as their ethical and social promise they keep to deliver sustainable luxurious jewellery that lasts a lifetime.
No matter how conscious you are when it comes to shopping for natural gems, they fundamentally hold traces of brutal mining industry actions. Therefore, lab-grown gems are your perfect alternative!
There are several factors as to why more people are shopping for mined diamond alternatives:
-Affordability
-Sustainability
-Guaranteed Origins
-Durability
-Guilt-free composition
Moissanite Engagement Rings
Opting for a Moissanite Engagement Ring is considered one of the best natural diamond alternatives, moissanite is in many ways superior to diamonds. It’s a unique gem with original chemical and optical properties that were originally formed in meteorite craters. Extremely rare in nature, scientists discovered an innovative thermal growing process which takes place under controlled laboratory conditions, enabling its formation for use for engagement rings and other fine jewellery.
Moissanite is an amazing diamond alternative with a stunning visual appearance of unprecedented shimmer and sparkle. The refractive index of a material refers to the speed at which light can travel through it, and moissanite’s chemical structure means that it can slow down and bend the light entering it much better than other minerals, producing a stunning sparkle. In addition to being a brilliant ethical choice, moissanite can be up 90% cheaper than a high street equivalent diamond, allowing you to spend that extra budget on your wedding, or honeymoon.
One of Lily Arkwright’s most popular designs is the Giselle Moissanite Solitaire ring, which has been designed to allow as much light as possible through the centre stone and has stunning shoulder set stones for the ultimate shine. This allows for a breathtaking sparkle. Take a look through Lily Arkwright’s moissanite collection to find your perfect moissanite ring.
Lab Diamond Engagement Rings
Lab grown diamonds are definitely worth paying attention to when looking at buying an diamond engagement ring; giving you and your partner the distinctive sparkle a diamond can deliver, not only at a better cost for your wallet, but also at a better cost to the planet. At Lily Arkwright they have an extensive range of rings that feature lab grown diamonds, and as purveyors of British Craftsmanship they offer outstanding quality across all of their jewellery.
There are many misconceptions when it comes to lab grown diamonds, many people jump to the conclusion that they are ‘synthetic’ or ‘fake’ but this is simply not the case. Lab diamonds are real diamonds and display the exact same chemical composition and optical brilliance as natural diamonds, making it impossible to distinguish between the two with the naked eye.
This makes lab diamonds another wonderful choice for an engagement ring. These man made diamonds hold identical physical properties to natural diamonds, making them the closest alternative to natural diamonds. The only difference is one is created in a lab and the other beneath the earth’s surface. Lab diamonds are created in controlled laboratory settings through replicating the high temperatures and high pressure conditions which occur in the Earth’s crust where diamonds form.
These engineered diamonds are often considered more desirable than natural diamonds as they are free from flaws and impurities that are acquired in the formation and mining of natural diamonds. More affordable than natural diamonds with lower environmental impacts yet just as luxurious, dazzling and durable, lab diamond engagement rings are perfect for those who want a real diamond without the financial and environmental cost.
Lab diamonds are even loved by celebrities such as Meghan Markle. She has been seen sporting lab grown diamonds back in 2018, she wore earrings studded with the lab diamonds. So, with Meghan’s endorsement of the jewellery she certainly has given lab grown diamonds the royal seal of approval! Have a look at Lily Arkwright’s collection of moissanite earrings and their gorgeous bridal jewellery sets.
Lab Grown Coloured Gemstones
Coloured gemstones make for beautiful and unique engagement rings that will definitely get heads turning. If you haven’t caught onto the trend already, any gemstone can be grown in a lab; rubies, sapphires, emeralds you name it, they can create it! Lily Arkwright partners closely with Chatham®, the world-leading laboratory grown coloured gemstone jewellery. Chatham® grows gemstones from laboratory crystals to create the earth’s finest jewellery pieces that are 100% identical to naturally occurring gems. They are renowned for theirlab-created rubies with rich red shades, emeralds with glowing green facets and intense blue sapphires, among other vibrant gemstones. Once again the lab process of creating any coloured gemstone is a replica of what happens underground to form natural gemstones.
The amazing benefits of lab created gemstones include:
-Cheaper than mined coloured gemstones, yet still identical to naturally occurring stones.
-Bright and vibrant colours free from imperfections.
-Eco-friendly, ethically lab grown gemstones don’t require energy draining digging or exploitive mining methods.
Moissanite, coloured gemstones and lab grown diamonds all make amazing engagement rings and whichever gemstone you decide to choose Lily Arkwright even has a bespoke ring design service for those who want something truly unique. As well as the wide range of options available on their website, Lily Arkwright’s jewellery consultancy team will work with you personally and make your very own moissanite engagement ring or lab diamond engagement ring, thus translating your ideas into a reality bespoke piece.
Shopping for an engagement ring can be a daunting project, even for experts in the field. You want it to be perfect, as it will be lasting you a lifetime! Lily Arkwright’s expert jewellery consultants really make sure that picking the perfect ring is as easy as it can possibly be.
Buying an engagement ring online is a great way for you to access and research an incredibly large range of options and with Klana you can always pay later for your purchase! You just simply choose Klarna at checkout and split the cost into more manageable monthly instalments between 0 – 36 months, starting from 0%. All Lily Arkwright products are eligible for purchase through Klarna, ranging from the beautiful Charles & Colvard, Forever One moissanite engagement rings, coloured Lily Arkwright moissanite, and lab diamond engagement rings, as well as moissanite and diamond earrings, pendants, wedding & eternity bands.
Just because you’re buying a ring online doesn’t mean that you can’t see any of Lily Arkwright’s jewellery in person. You can book an appointment through their online virtual jewellery consultation and visit their UK showroom, nestled right in the heart of South Manchester’s suburb of Didsbury. Viewing their outstanding quality and beautiful selection rings in person and physically holding the jewellery can really help to cement your choice.
In these unprecedented times Lily Arkwright understands that it can be really difficult to find the time or ability to visit places in person so why not book a virtual appointment? Simply book a convenient time and date and a member of their jewellery consultancy team will connect with you via a WhatsApp video call. This ensures you still have the chance to view the stunning jewellery collections all from the comfort of your own home!
Ultimately, the choice between coloured gems, moissanite and lab-diamonds is completely down to you! Whatever you pick, make sure that it is a ring you dearly love, as your decision has to be the choice which brings you the most happiness. However, rest assured at Lily Arkwright they value the highest quality materials, and the expert British Craftsmanship of Goldsmiths, but the price of moissanite engagement rings and lab diamond engagement rings means that dreaming big can be a reality.
xx Lauren
