Lab vs. Mined: Same Sparkle, Better Choice

They said diamonds are forever. But forever has changed. Today, how a diamond is made - where it comes from, what it represents - matters as much as how it sparkles. Traditional luxury still clings to billion-year-old stones pulled from deep within the Earth. At Coluxe, we think it doesn’t have to be that way anymore. We don’t do diamonds the old-fashioned way. We do them the smart way. The kind way. The lab-grown way.

Let’s Talk Diamonds (and Sapphires, Rubies, and Emeralds Too)

A lab-grown diamond isn’t “almost” a diamond. It is a diamond - chemically, physically, visually. Same fire, same brilliance, same hardness. Every Coluxe stone is IGI-certified and indistinguishable from mined, unless you’re packing serious lab equipment in your handbag (and if you are, respect). No one can tell the difference in a lab vs mined diamond - because visually there isn't any. The difference lies in origin. Our stones are created above ground in advanced labs that replicate the natural process of heat and pressure. Instead of waiting a billion years, we do it in weeks - without moving mountains, literally or metaphorically. And it’s not just diamonds. We apply the same precision to emeralds, rubies, and sapphires. The result? Stones that are exquisite, cleanly made, thoughtfully sourced, and far more accessible. Because beauty should never be about compromise. It should be about choice.

The Problem with Mined

Mined stones carry history - and heavy baggage. Extracting a single carat can displace 250 tons of earth, consume thousands of litres of water, and leave behind a staggering carbon footprint. Beyond the environmental toll is the human one: conflict zones, exploitative labour, and origins that are rarely transparent. It’s a story that hides behind velvet trays and glossy ads. But once you know it, you can’t unknow it.

The Coluxe Connection

At Coluxe, we design by the same philosophy. Jewellery should live with you, tell your story, and hold your meaning. Whether it’s a one-carat solitaire you bought for yourself or a bespoke creation made through Coluxe Privé, the point is the same: the most iconic jewels aren’t the ones the world recognises. They’re the ones you’ll never forget.

How to Get Alia’s Ring - Your Way with Coluxe

Here’s the best part: you don’t have to just admire Alia Bhatt’s engagement ring from afar. With Coluxe, you can have it. The same oval-cut solitaire, the same brilliance, the same symbolism - crafted in our IGI-certified lab-grown stones and hallmarked gold. And instead of costing a small fortune, your Coluxe version starts at ₹4 lakhs. Same sparkle, same story, far more accessible. Or, you can use Alia’s philosophy as inspiration to build your own version. Add your lucky number. Engrave a phrase that only you understand. Choose your carat size, or swap the diamond for a ruby, sapphire, or emerald if colour feels more like you. That’s the beauty of Coluxe Privé. Whether you want Alia’s exact ring or a twist that’s entirely your own, we’ll craft it with the same intention, ethics, and brilliance.