Diamonds have always been at the heart of Indian weddings – treasured as symbols of prosperity, purity, and eternal love. Traditionally, families placed their trust in natural, mined diamonds, seen as auspicious, luxurious, and astrologically significant. A diamond was considered the ultimate blessing for a new union, passed down as a generational heirloom.

But today, a quiet revolution is underway. Lab grown diamond jewellery is redefining what it means to give and wear a “real” diamond. With the same brilliance, durability, and composition as mined stones, lab grown diamonds allow modern couples to honor age-old traditions while embracing innovation, ethics, and sustainability.

Lab vs Natural Diamonds: Clearing the Misconception

A common belief persists that lab grown diamonds are “not real.” This is far from true.

• Chemically identical: Same carbon structure, hardness, and sparkle as mined diamonds.

• Certified authentic: Graded by leading institutes using the same 4Cs – cut, clarity, color, carat.

• Visually indistinguishable: Even experts need advanced equipment to tell them apart.

The only difference is their origin — created in advanced laboratories instead of being extracted from the earth. And with that, they become a karma-free choice: ethical, sustainable, and pure.

Lab Grown Diamonds in Indian Weddings: Changing Mindsets

Weddings in India are moving from symbols of status to symbols of values — and lab diamonds are leading the change.

According to the WedMeGood Annual Wedding Report 2024–25, nearly 45% of brides now choose lab diamond engagement rings or bridal diamond jewellery.

Couples are drawn to them because they:

• Offer ethical sourcing – no conflict, no exploitation.
• Provide better value – larger stones for the same budget.
• Represent conscious luxury – beauty without compromise.

Take the story of Rashi Arora, who proudly wore a lab grown diamond engagement ring in India along with a sparkling maang tikka. While her jewellery dazzled her guests, what mattered most was that it reflected her and her partner’s values: love, tradition, and responsibility.

Narendra Modi’s 7.5-Carat Gift: A Symbol of Innovation

In 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted a 7.5-carat lab grown diamond to U.S. First Lady Jill Biden. Set in a papier-mâché box, this gesture was more than diplomatic — it was India’s statement of leadership in sustainable luxury.

If such a diamond is worthy of the White House, it is surely worthy of the sanctity of Indian weddings.

Lab Grown Diamonds & Astrology: Redefining Auspiciousness

A lingering question remains: Are lab-grown diamonds inauspicious?
The answer: No.

They carry the same atomic perfection and astrological energy as traditional diamonds, aligned with Venus in Vedic astrology. For centuries, diamonds have symbolized harmony, prosperity, and love — qualities equally present in lab grown diamonds.

In fact, what could be more auspicious than choosing a gem created without scarring the earth? By being crafted responsibly, lab grown diamonds transform auspiciousness into something deeper — a blessing that honors both love and the planet.

Redefining Luxury for a New Generation

Luxury is no longer defined only by rarity — it is defined by responsibility, artistry, and emotion. Lab grown diamonds bring all three together, making every jewel not just a purchase, but a statement of values.

Whether it’s the minimalism of a solitaire ring, the drama of a cocktail diamond ring , or the grandeur of a bridal necklace, each design allows couples to celebrate love with jewels that are as intentional as they are beautiful.

Ashth & The Future of Bridal Jewellery

The rise of lab grown diamonds is no longer a distant idea — it is a revolution already embraced by modern Indian weddings. Brides and grooms can now honor heritage while embracing sustainability and innovation.

At Ashth , we are proud to craft jewellery that embodies this evolution. What makes us unique is our patented Ashth Cut ® – India’s only eight-sided diamond cut with 97 facets, designed to reveal the coveted Hearts & Arrows pattern. This precision cut maximizes light reflection, giving each Ashth diamond unmatched sparkle and symmetry.

By combining this innovation with the purity of lab grown technology, we create jewels that are not only ethical and sustainable but also exceptionally rare in craftsmanship.

Because in the end, a diamond’s value lies not in where it comes from, but in the love, artistry, and legacy it represents. With Ashth, that legacy is one of brilliance unlike any other — the cut no one else has.