There have been recent advancements in the production of coloured lab diamonds that most people are unaware of. Beautiful pinks, greens and blues that were previously only available to the very elite, are now within reach.
Coloured lab grown diamonds bring endless possibilities to ring design and introduce an entirely new world of colour for your engagement ring. At Alexis Gallery, we guide clients through coloured lab diamond options whether they’re coming to us knowing exactly what they want, or only have a general colour idea and are open to material options.
In this guide, we explain what coloured lab grown diamonds are, how they get their colour, what affects their appearance, and what to consider before choosing one for a custom ring.
Yellow lab grown diamonds can feel warm and bright. Their beauty can range from soft to vivid depending on tone and saturation. In yellow gold, that warmth often becomes even richer.
Pink diamonds are often chosen for their softness, colour, and romantic personality. A lighter pink can feel delicate, while a more saturated pink carries greater presence and a more vivid look.
Blue lab grown diamonds have a cooler visual character that feels elegant and delicate. They often suit cleaner settings and can bring a deep, refined feel to a ring.
Green remains less common, which gives it a unique place in custom design. Tone plays a large role here, often people mistake a green diamond for a sapphire as they can have a similar dark green nature inspired look.
Until recently, the warm, dreamy champagne tone that is so desirable wasn’t achievable in lab diamonds. Typically they were browner or more orange than their earth mined counterpart.
Alexis Gallery works with one of the only suppliers of true champagne lab diamonds, available in every shape and size.
In custom work, these stones often appeal to clients looking for something outside of the traditional white, but don’t want something quite as saturated as a fully coloured diamond.
Colour is shaped by hue, tone, and saturation. Hue refers to the colour family, tone describes how light or deep the stone appears, and saturation speaks to the strength of that colour. Together, these details have more influence on the final look than the colour name alone, and are what gives you such a wide range of colours to find the perfect shade for your vision.
Cut determines a great deal of the finished appearance. Shape changes both how colour appears and how the diamond handles light. Round diamonds usually give off more sparkle, brilliance, and fire, while elongated or wider shapes can show colour in a different way and create a longer visual line on the finger. If you are still comparing options, our guide to diamond shapes is a useful educational guide and will give you everything you need to know to learn your ideal shape.
The right coloured diamond should reflect the ring you’re envisioning. Often people come knowing they want a diamond, sometimes they come with a colour and we suggest a coloured lab diamond as the best match.
Colour has a strong impact on the overall look of your ring, especially in a centre stone, so it’s important that your partner lets you know this is something they love if you’re designing without them. Coming to your design meeting with colour references will help us curate the perfect hue that brings your vision to life. Ring Design
The centre stone should be considered in relation to the rest of the ring. Proportion, setting, and surrounding details all influence the final impression, which is why the design process matters as much as the stone itself. When clients explore our custom engagement rings, we look at these elements together so the finished piece feels cohesive.
