Lab-Grown Diamonds
Lab-grown diamonds are reshaping the UK jewellery trade—offering sustainable, ethical, and affordable alternatives to mined stones. As consumers increasingly seek transparency and value, this category has surged into mainstream bridal, bespoke, and fashion segments. Jewellery Focus delivers comprehensive coverage: from price movements, production technologies (CVD, HPHT), and supply trends, to retailer strategies, regulatory changes (like shifts in GIA certification), and consumer adoption patterns. Our reporting equips jewellers, designers, and suppliers with the data and insights needed to navigate margin pressures, differentiate offerings, and capitalise on evolving market demand.
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Jan- 2026 -22 JanuaryRetailers
Lark and Berry launches new lab-grown diamond collection
London jewellery brand Lark and Berry has launched a collection of six earring designs featuring lab-grown diamonds. The Manifest Collection features 14k gold pieces including studs, crawlers, and drop earrings. Each design is marketed alongside specific daily affirmations such as independence, intuition, and friendship. The lab-grown diamonds used in the…
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21 JanuaryRetailers
Pandora named world’s most sustainable consumer brand
Pandora has been ranked the world’s most sustainable consumer brand and the second most sustainable company overall, according to the 2026 Global 100 index compiled by research group Corporate Knights. The ranking was announced at the World Economic Forum in Davos on 21 January 2026. Pandora placed second among more…
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Sep- 2025 -15 SeptemberRetailers
The Diamond Store seeks investors as lab-grown demand rises
The Diamond Store, the UK’s largest specialist online diamond jewellery retailer, is reportedly exploring a stake sale to external investors for the first time in its 69-year history, according to Sky News. The outlet has learnt that the London-based business, owned by its founding family, has appointed Cavendish to run…
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Aug- 2025 -26 AugustRetailers
Austen and Blake opens new showroom in Dubai
British luxury jeweller Austen and Blake has opened a new showroom in Dubai, marking the brand’s 44th global location. The store, located in Gold Tower at Jumeirah Lake Towers, offers a made-to-order service that allows customers to design bespoke jewellery pieces, selecting from options including metals, gemstones and diamond carat,…
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Jul- 2025 -23 JulyTrade Organisations
WFDB calls for united front to support natural diamonds
The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) president Yoram Dvash has called for a united front in response to the growing market share of synthetic diamonds, which now account for more than 20% of global jewellery sales. According to the WFDB, the rapid growth of lab-grown diamonds is reshaping the…
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May- 2025 -8 MayManufacturers
De Beers to close lab-grown diamond brand
De Beers Group has announced its intention to close its lab-grown diamond jewellery brand, Lightbox, marking its commitment to natural diamonds. As part of the closure process, De Beers Group is discussing the sale of certain assets, including inventory, with potential buyers. The business was launched with transparent linear pricing…
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Mar- 2025 -19 MarchFeatures
Poppy Elder on trends shaping the bespoke engagement market
Engagement ring sales have grown by 14% annually, driven by a resurgence in marriages that has reversed years of decline in the UK, according to a new analysis by online diamond retailer 77 Diamonds. Exclusive insights from 77 Diamonds suggest that this post-pandemic wedding surge has continued since 2022. As…
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Feb- 2025 -24 FebruaryManufacturers
De Beers launches DiamondProof in stores
De Beers has announced the launch of its diamond verification device, DiamondProof, in select retail stores. The device, which can distinguish natural diamonds from non-natural diamonds, will also be available in a number of independent retail outlets. The first DiamondProof prototype instrument was unveiled at the JCK show in Las…
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21 FebruaryManufacturers
De Beers revenues plummet 23% in FY24
De Beers has reported a 23% reduction in total revenues to $3.3bn (£2.61bn) year-on-year, primarily due to a 25% reduction in rough diamond sales to $2.7 billion (£2.13bn). The consequential impact of lower sales volumes, a lower average price index and higher unit costs resulted in an underlying EBITDA of…
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Nov- 2024 -27 NovemberDesigners
Ernest Jones launches lab-grown diamond collection
Ernest Jones has announced the launch of its new lab-grown diamond collection Bloom. There are seven different fashion-inspired collections named after European cities. Six of the pieces are distinguished by the shape of the fancy cut stones and one for the seamless, smooth stone setting. The Florence piece has a…
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