Are Lab-Grown Diamonds Becoming More Popular?
Lab-grown diamonds are not a passing fad. They are a growing part of the jewellery world. And their rise has been fast, global, and impossible to ignore.
Let’s take a look at what the numbers, the market, and even celebrities are telling us.
Global Interest Is Soaring
Over the last five years, global search interest in lab-grown diamonds has risen more than 840%.
In Australia, the increase is even bigger—over 1100%. That’s faster than the worldwide average.
New Zealand doesn’t have enough search data to chart separately. But with Australia surging, it’s clear we’re not far behind. Interest is growing. Fast.
Lab-Grown Diamond Earrings
Search interest in lab grown diamond earrings has jumped 444% in just three years. More people are moving beyond rings and embracing diamonds as everyday sparkle. Earrings offer a subtle but beautiful way to wear diamonds—and now, they’re within reach.
Lab-Grown Diamond Rings
Interest in lab grown diamond rings is up 413% in three years. These are the centrepiece of engagement jewellery, and lab diamonds are making it possible to choose bigger, better stones without overspending.
Lab-Grown Diamond Necklaces
Searches for lab grown diamond necklaces have increased around 580% in three years. The early data isn’t perfect, but the trend is clear: people want brilliant pendants and statement necklaces that reflect personal style and elegance—without the luxury price tag.
Lab-Grown Diamond Bracelets
Interest in diamond bracelets is also up—by 450% in three years. From tennis bracelets to modern bangles, lab-grown diamonds are making high-end wristwear more affordable and wearable every day.
The Market Is Booming
The lab-grown diamond market is currently worth $28.3 billion USD.
It’s growing at around 10% per year. That’s more than double the growth rate of mined diamonds, which are increasing at just 4.5% annually.
By 2034, lab-grown diamonds are expected to hit $97.9 billion USD.
That’s not just popularity. That’s transformation. More people are choosing diamonds than ever before—thanks to the affordability and beauty of lab-grown options.
They’re Taking Over Market Share
In 2015, lab-grown diamonds were basically invisible in the industry. Less than 1% of sales.
Now, in 2024, they make up 20% of all diamond sales.
That’s a huge shift. And it’s because more people are discovering that lab diamonds are real diamonds.
They look the same. They shine the same. And they let people upgrade from plain metal or low-value gemstones to the real sparkle they always wanted.
Celebrities Wear Them Too
Lab diamonds aren’t just for budget-conscious buyers. They’re worn by celebrities on red carpets too.
- Pamela Anderson wore 66 carats of Pandora lab-grown diamonds at the Golden Globes.
- Cara Delevingne and FKA Twigs wore over 500 carats of lab diamonds at the Met Gala.
- Drake had a custom necklace made with 351 carats of lab-grown stones.
- Emma Watson, Billy Porter, and Jennifer Hudson have all embraced them for ethical and style reasons.
When celebrities choose them, it shows the world that lab-grown is not second-best. It’s real. It’s respected. It’s beautiful.
What About New Zealand?
Local jewellers have confirmed it—lab diamonds are popular here too.
Kiwis want more for their money. They want jewellery that lasts. That sparkles. That makes them feel beautiful.
And now, they don’t have to settle for a tiny mined diamond or plain gold band.
With lab diamonds, they can go bigger, bolder, and still stay within budget.
Mentioned previously, Australia’s Google Trends rise of 1100% shows that this region (including NZ) is embracing the change.
Final Thoughts: Real Sparkle for Real People
Lab-grown diamonds are growing fast. Not because they’re fake. But because they are just as real.
They offer the same quality, the same sparkle, and the same beauty—without the price tag of mining.
People are choosing them for engagement rings, tennis bracelets, earrings, pendants, and more.
Lab-grown diamonds aren’t shrinking the jewellery world. They’re expanding it.
Now, more people can enjoy more options. Now, more people can feel confident, radiant, and proud to wear real diamond jewellery.
That’s why lab diamonds are popular. And why they’re here to stay.