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Written by Harry Spencer
Okay, so you have decided to pop the question. Amazing. You have got the person, you have got the moment planned (or at least a rough idea), and now you are staring at diamond options online. You must be wondering how something so small can come with so many decisions.
Colored diamonds vs. white diamonds? Classic or something different? The ring that says I Googled engagement rings? Or one that says I actually know you?
Here is the good news: both of these options are amazing. You can find them both at Friendly Diamonds, and neither choice is wrong. We have launched our fancy-colored diamond collection called Hues, and we figured, what better time than now to break down the real differences? Let’s get into it.
Great question. When jewelers refer to white diamonds, they're referring to diamonds graded on the scale from D to Z. D is perfectly colorless (the good stuff), and Z is rather warm or yellowish in tone (not so good). The whiter the diamond, the rarer and the more expensive. Easy enough.
But fancy colored diamonds? Those are an entirely different case. These are completely outside the D-Z scale. And they're colored to the point where the color is the whole reason for the diamond. It's not a defect. We're talking deep, rich canary yellows, soft blush pinks, electric blues, mossy greens, and the mythical red. Wearing one of them is the equivalent of showing up to the party in an outfit that turns all the heads.
And that’s where lab-grown diamonds come in and make this story even better. Friendly Diamonds' colored diamonds are lab-grown. What that means is that they’re created in a lab that replicates what happens naturally inside the earth, but without digging and all that. They have the same composition, shine, and realness but are better for the planet and better for your wallet. Now, let’s talk about money.
In the world of natural diamonds, fancy colored diamonds are among the most luxurious things money can buy. Natural pink diamonds? Jaw-droppingly rare. Natural red diamonds? Most people will go their entire lives without ever laying eyes on one in person. Even a small natural yellow diamond can cost a small fortune compared to its white counterpart.
Lab-created colored diamonds completely reverse this trend. Since color is introduced during growth, you can get a beautiful yellow or stunning blush pink color without ever breaking the bank. In fact, a fancy-colored lab-created diamond can cost less than its white counterpart of the same weight. This means you can go big, go bold, and still stay within your savings account.
As for white lab diamonds, they follow the traditional price parameters of cut, color, clarity, and carat. The great news is that a well-cut white lab diamond will already give you a 50 to 70 percent savings compared to a natural one. And it will look exactly the same. Either way, you’re making a smart decision if you opt for lab-grown.
The bottom line? Well, if budget is a serious consideration (and honestly, when is it not?), a colored lab diamond could actually give you more bang for your buck.
This is where things get fun and personal.
White diamonds are all about brilliance. The sparkle, the shine, that moment when the light reflects off of it from across the room, and all of a sudden, that ring is doing its thing. That is a white diamond just showing off. A well-cut colorless diamond in a solitaire setting is timeless in every sense of the word. It is the ring that is never dated, that is never out of place, and that looks amazing in any and all lighting conditions.
Colored diamonds from Friendly Diamonds are different. They are not in competition to outsparkle anyone. They are in competition to be unforgettable. A bright yellow diamond is not just shining. It is owning that room. A pink diamond in rose gold is so romantic that it is almost movie-like. A blue diamond has an otherworldly mysteriousness that invites people to come closer and take a look.
Is your partner the kind of person who gravitates towards bold pieces? Or do they have a favorite color that they have made their entire personality? A colored diamond is probably calling their name.
Do you want a pulse on where the market is? Here is what we at Friendly Diamonds have observed:
Everywhere you turn, there are yellow diamonds. They are warm, joyful, and totally wearable. They look fabulous set in yellow gold but equally fabulous set in white gold. Pink diamonds are still the first choice for hopeless romantics. Teal or blue diamonds are increasingly the first choice for couples who want something that feels really unexpected and a little bit mysterious.
One trend that’s definitely worth knowing about is the combination of colored center diamonds with white accent diamonds. A fancy colored diamond surrounded by a halo of white diamonds, or set into a pavé setting, provides the personality of a colored diamond with the added fire of traditional white diamonds surrounding the center.
Still tossing and turning between colored vs. white diamond pros and cons? Here is a quick gut check:
Go for white if your partner loves classic, clean jewelry. The kind that goes with every outfit and fits into every occasion. If their Pinterest board is filled with cliché engagement rings, a white diamond is your answer, and there is absolutely nothing basic about that.
Go colored if your partner has a particular color they love. Or they are more into non-traditional designs. Colored diamonds are perfect for someone who likes things out of the box.
Still unsure? This is what we are here for. Our team at Friendly Diamonds aims to help people at all stages of ring shopping. We can figure this out hand in hand. Get in touch with our team, and we can begin your ring search right away.
At the end of the day, the right diamond is the one that makes you smile. You can pick a classic colorless solitaire that catches light amazingly. Or you can go for a vivid yellow diamond that makes itself known. Both are real diamonds and are going to mean everything to the right person.
Friendly Diamonds is thrilled to now offer fancy colored lab diamonds alongside our full white diamond collection. Because love comes in more than one color. And so should the rings that celebrate it.
Absolutely NOT. Lab-grown colored diamonds are chemically, physically, and optically identical to natural diamonds. The only difference is where they are created. Rather than being created over billions of years on Earth, they are grown in a lab environment that simulates those same conditions.
This is a big misconception people have. Fancy colored diamonds come in a wide range of intensities. Something such as a light blush pink or a champagne yellow, for example, is very flattering and, in fact, will actually appear more subdued than you think it will. The trick is finding the perfect shade for your partner’s style, which is what our team is here to assist with.
A BIG YES. And honestly, this is one of our favorite combinations. The colored center stone paired with a white diamond pave band or a white diamond halo setting is currently very on-trend. The white diamonds help to reflect the sparkle of the colored center stone. All the while also bringing a sense of balance to the overall look.
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