What are lab-grown diamonds?
Lab-grown diamonds are diamonds that have been created in a lab instead of being mined from the earth. They are chemically, physically, and optically identical to a mined diamond. However, they have much lesser impacts on people and the environment and hence are more sustainable and eco-friendly. They make for the perfect jewellery for the Conscious Customer.
Today, many people are making the switch to lab-grown diamonds because of their benefits and also because of their price point. Renowned celebrities have not been left behind on this trend; here are some of the celebrities that have been spotted sporting some beautiful lab-grown pieces.
Meghan Markle
The duchess of Sussex and former actress has been famous for her progressive thinking and ways. Hence, it came as no surprise when she was spotted in a pair of earrings created with lab-grown diamonds at an event in London in January 2019. The earrings were crafted by Kimai, a Dutch jewellery brand that specializes in lab-grown jewellery.
Bindi Irwin
Daughter of the late crocodile hunter Steve Irwin, Bindi stayed true to her environmentalist roots when she got engaged to her boyfriend Chandler Powell in 2019 with a lab-grown engagement ring. She also went on to post the details of her ring on Instagram and mentioned how happy she was that her boyfriend chose a ring that “captures her essence” so well.
Lady Gaga
The American singer, songwriter and actress known for her striking voice and amazing performance in A Star Is Born has always tried to give back to the community with her philanthropic acts. In 2018, at the premiere of A Star Is Born she accessorized her gorgeous outfit with some Anabela Chan earrings donned with lab-grown diamonds.
Emma Watson
English actress, model and activist known for her role in the Harry Potter series and more recently, her outspoken activism on ongoing issues in the world made a statement with her jewellery at the 2018 Academy Awards. All of her jewellery was ethically sources, featuring lab-grown diamonds, recycled gold and a recycled sapphire from designers Vrai & Oro, Ana Katarina and Ana Khour.
Swara Bhaskar
Swara Bhaskar, an Indian actress, best known for her lead roles in many independent films is a three time Filmfare award nominee. She was seen at a launch party in September 2018 sporting an ear cuff, earrings and rings embedded with lab-grown diamonds by DiAi Designs, an Indian jewellery brand specializing in lab-grown diamonds.
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