With millennials eschewing traditional engagement and lab diamond wedding band, lab diamonds are rising in popularity. These man-made gems are chemically and physically identical to natural diamonds, and can be made in a range of sizes and shapes.
Lab diamonds also cost less than mined diamonds, making them an excellent option for a custom engagement ring. And they’re a more sustainable choice, as their creation doesn’t require mining and doesn’t touch as many hands.
1. Eternity Bands
Eternity bands are a popular choice for couples who are looking for something that’s both dazzling and timeless. They’re typically crafted with lab diamonds that are non-conflict and eco-friendly.
While they’re most commonly used as wedding rings, eternity bands are also often given to celebrate anniversaries or mark the birth of a child. You’ll find these rings in a variety of settings, from channel or prong set to pave and bezel set styles.
Traditionally, round brilliants are the most common diamond shape to use in this style of ring but fancy-shaped options are growing in popularity. These styles can be more unique and allow for more customization in terms of shaped diamonds and cuts.
While these rings can be beautiful, they do require maintenance to keep them sparkling and in good condition. This isn’t just about cleaning and polishing the stones, but also checking them for security and making sure they’re secure in their setting.
2. Pave Bands
Pave Bands are a wonderful way to add extra sparkle and shine to your engagement ring without taking away the focus on the center stone. These bands feature a row of brilliant diamonds that are held in place by minimal metal prongs.
The small diamonds are set close together to create the look of a continuous line of diamonds. They are often used to accent a round, princess or baguette cut center gem, but you can also choose a pave setting that features gemstones like rubies, sapphires and morganite.
The diamonds in a pave setting are smaller than those in a shared prong setting. The difference in size can help to make the center gem appear larger.
3. Semi-Mount Bands
Semi-Mount Bands are a great way to customize your Lab grown diamonds wedding band without the hassle of designing the ring from scratch. They offer more flexibility than a full mount style, including the ability to resize the band and change the center stone.
These bands are available in several styles and metal colors and can be worn alone or paired with an engagement ring. Some of the more popular options include a channel band, pave set, and bezel set style.
When it comes to showcasing your lab diamond, the best way is by having a band that is aesthetically pleasing and offers a high level of clarity. For this reason, we recommend choosing a band that features E-F color and VS clarity.
For something more unique, a vintage semi mount may be the way to go! These rare and elegant pieces are a true statement of craftsmanship. At Winston’s Crown Jewelers, we have an incredible selection of vintage semi mount diamond rings that will make you proud to display on your finger.
4. Stackable Bands
Stackable bands are a fun way to mix and match your rings without buying all new pieces. You can combine different ring designs like diamond rings, plain metal rings, or gemstone rings for a more personalized look.
The most important thing to keep in mind when building a stack is whether or not the edges of your rings align with each other. For example, a Flat or Round band has a slim edge that is easy to line up with another ring.
Similarly, an Eternity band has a thicker edge that is more difficult to pair flush with another ring. In addition, if you want to add a Curator or Mixed Shapes engagement ring to your stack, you’ll need to consider the width of the band and how it will fit with the other rings in your collection.
