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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Sep- 2022 -2 SeptemberRetailers
Lily Arkwright sees 10% YOY growth during ‘Sustainable September’
Lily Arkwright has revealed that it has seen a 10% average year-on-year growth in sales in Sustainable September since 2016. By using lab-grown diamonds, Lily Arkwright’s says its collection is better for the planet, and has seen “significant” growth in recent years as shoppers seek more sustainable product options. In…
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Aug- 2022 -4 AugustProduct Launches
Andre Michael launches lab-grown diamond range
Andre Michael has introduced its first lab-grown diamond jewellery range for retailers in the UK and Ireland. The range comprises rings, earrings and pendants which are available in certified D/E/F- colour lab-grown diamonds in classic designs starting from 0.50cts. Much of the offering will be in larger sizes, differentiating from…
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Jun- 2022 -22 JuneRetailers
Diamonds Factory Ireland defaults to lab-grown diamonds
Diamonds Factory Ireland, a bespoke jewellery manufacturer, has announced it will default 70% of its online products to lab-grown diamonds to help consumers cut costs. The announcement came as the global cost of diamonds rose by 30% over the past three months. By purchasing lab-grown, shoppers could save up to…
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14 JuneRetailers
LVMH invests in laboratory-grown diamond producer
LVMH Luxury Ventures has joined other investors in completing an investment round of $90m (£74.3m) in LUSIX, a producer of lab-grown diamonds (LGD), with other investors including Ragnar Crossover Fund and More Investments. LUSIX will use this investment to fuel its growth initiatives, such as the expansion of its production…
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Oct- 2021 -21 OctoberRetailers
Ingle & Rhode launch sustainable jewellery collection
Ingle and Rhode have announced the launch of a recycled gold and lab-grown diamond jewellery collection. The collection is made with 100% recycled gold, making this collection among “the most environmentally sustainable jewellery on the market”. Available in both 9ct and 18ct recycled yellow gold, white gold and rose gold,…
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Sep- 2021 -6 SeptemberProduct Launches
Fei Liu to launch customisable LGD collection
Fei Liu Fine Jewellery, a Jewellery Quarter-based brand, has announced the launch of a new customisable lab-grown diamond (LGD) collection. The Links of Love collection represents Fei Liu’s inaugural LGD offering, and intends to celebrate “self-love and individuality”. Acting as a reinvention of the traditional chain necklace, the pieces are…
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2 SeptemberInternational
Mined diamonds cause one annual injury per 1,000 workers, firm states
Mined diamonds result in one injury for every 1,000 workers annually, according to lab-grown diamond (LGD) manufacturer and wholesaler LooseGrownDiamond.com. The firm also stated that mined diamonds result in 80 days of lost work per 1,000 employees every year, compared to no lost work time for LGDs. An infographic released…
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Aug- 2021 -24 AugustInternational
Madestones achieves carbon neutrality
Madestones, the lab-grown diamond company, has announced that the group is now certified as carbon neutral. Provided by CO2-logic, the label has been validated by the international independent certification body Vinçotte. In addition to the label, the process for gaining certification complied with PAS 2060, which sets requirements for achieving…
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3 AugustFeatures
LGDs are the future, despite the backlash
“They are as much a symbol of innovation and progress as they are of enduring beauty and stand as a testament to our ongoing and ambitious sustainability agenda,” said Alexander Lacik, CEO at Pandora, upon releasing the group’s first lab-grown diamond (LGD) collection. However, the global jewellery retailer went beyond…
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Feb- 2021 -22 FebruaryDesigners
Matilde Jewellery launches new ring for charity
Matilde Jewellery has announced the launch of its new Deusa ring, which will see 10% of proceeds go to the charity Plan International, in association with International Women’s Day. Designed exclusively for International Women’s Day 2021, the “beautiful and symbolic” recycled 14k gold and lab-grown diamond ring is “here to…
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