Engagement rings carry a lot of meaning. They mark the end of your single life and they represent the foundation upon which you will build your happily ever after, so it makes sense that you would want that foundation to be built on good vibes only…you know what we mean? That’s why it’s so important to invest in a diamond that’s been ethically sourced. If you haven’t thought about where your diamond comes from yet, no judgment, that’s what we’re here for. We talked to the experts at Grown Brilliance about ethics and sustainability when it comes to diamonds, and some of their answers surprised us. Here’s everything you need to know…
It seems that people have been fighting over these pretty rocks since the dawn of time, but we don’t need to anymore! It’s 2022 and we don’t need to find diamonds, we can make diamonds! Well, not us, but diamond labs like the ones used by Grown Brilliance. Lab grown diamonds are COMPLETELY CONFLICT-FREE because they are man-made in a controlled laboratory setting. And, to take it one step further, Grown Brilliance makes sure that all local labor laws are followed, including child labor laws, and the creation of their lab grown diamonds are free from funding violence, warlords, rebels, terror groups, corrupt governments, or other human rights abuses.
We know that doing the right thing is compelling, but the incomparable sparkle of the hardest substance on earth has a mesmerizing quality that would have even the most pious testing their morals. So, can lab grown diamonds hold a candle to their mined counterparts? The answer–a resounding HELL YEAH! In fact, because the manufacturing process is so precise, they’re able to get a quality product time after time. Lab grown diamonds have the same physical, chemical, and optical properties as mined diamonds.
Lab grown diamonds may look the same as mined diamonds, but they’ve got another big decision-making factor in their corner–price. Because it requires significantly less labor to produce a lab grown diamond, they are much more affordable than other diamonds on the market. This means more bling for your buck! Plus, it’s no secret that mining for diamonds has a huge impact on the environment as well, including air pollution, water pollution, ecosystem loss and damage, and greenhouse gas emissions. Lab grown diamonds are grown above ground, in a controlled laboratory setting, minimizing impacts to natural resources. So, the choice is simple. When it comes to something as meaningful as your engagement ring, investing in a lab grown diamond is the only way to get all the sparkle your little heart desires and that good karma that you want for your marriage.
Shop Grown Brilliance for your dream ring here and rest easy knowing that no matter which ring you fall in love with, your diamond was sustainably and ethically sourced. For more eye candy, give @grownbrilliance a follow on Instagram.
Jewelry: Grown Brilliance