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2026 Award Nominations

Award Winning Jeweller

We’re proud to be recognised consistently by the UK jewellery industry’s leading awards programmes. In 2026, Lily Arkwright has been shortlisted for Branded Boutique of the Year at the Professional Jeweller Awards and Bridal Jewellery Retailer of the Year at the UK Jewellery Awards, reflecting our continued commitment to exceptional customer service, product innovation, and ethical craftsmanship.

These latest nominations build on previous industry recognition, including being shortlisted for Bridal Jewellery Retailer of the Year at the 2025 UK Jewellery Awards and Independent Retailer of the Year at the Professional Jeweller Awards 2025. We were also finalists for Retail Team of the Year at both the Retail Jeweller Awards and Professional Jeweller Awards in 2024, recognising the passion, expertise, and dedication of our team.

We’re honoured to be recognised for helping thousands of couples find the perfect engagement rings and wedding rings, with a strong focus on choice, transparency, and personalisation. As an award-winning jeweller, we remain committed to delivering exceptional service, exceptional craftsmanship, and responsibly sourced lab-grown diamonds, moissanite, and natural diamonds, ensuring every customer can find a ring that perfectly reflects their love story.

Choosing a Petite Lab Diamond Engagement Ring

Petite lab diamond engagement rings use refined proportions to give the centre stone a delicate setting. The term petite describes the design rather than a fixed diamond size, so the relationship between band width, basket and centre-stone dimensions is especially important.

Look at the whole ring

A slim band can make an oval or round diamond feel more prominent, but the ring should still be comfortable and suitable for how it will be worn. Compare the height of the centre setting and the way the claws are arranged. The style of wedding band you intend to wear may also influence whether a low or raised basket works best.

Check the proportions at a realistic size

Product photographs can make a slender band look more substantial than it does in person. Ask for the precise width and compare it with the scale of your chosen lab diamond. A very delicate shank may suit a smaller centre beautifully, whereas a larger stone can look better with a little more visual support. The goal is an elegant proportion that also feels right for the way you intend to wear the ring.

If you would like extra detail without changing the top-view silhouette substantially, consider a petite design with a hidden halo. For a wider choice of centre stones, browse our petite engagement rings collection and compare the band dimensions in person.

Lab Diamond Petite Ring Collection FAQs

Is a petite setting suitable for lab-grown diamond engagement rings?

A petite ring can be especially flattering if you want your lab-grown diamond to feel prominent against a fine band. It's an elegant, understated look rather than a description of the diamond's size. We would check the actual width of the shank and the construction beneath the centre, particularly for larger diamonds. A delicate appearance works best when it's properly balanced with the stone you're choosing.

What should I compare between petite lab-grown diamond designs?

Two petite rings can look similar from above but have different band widths, tapers and support around the diamond. We'd compare these details in the individual product specifications and look at the centre from the side. If you're selecting a larger carat weight, its dimensions and height deserve particular attention. We wouldn't recommend choosing the narrowest possible band without also considering how the design will be worn.

Will a petite lab-grown diamond ring sit neatly beside a wedding band?

A fine petite shank often sits elegantly beside a wedding ring, but the basket can still create a gap between the bands. We'd check the finished profile of the chosen lab diamond setting rather than relying on its delicate appearance from above. A straight band may suit you perfectly, while a shaped wedding ring might give a closer fit if that's your preference.

Need help choosing your jewellery?

Our jewellery specialists would be delighted to help you compare designs at our London or Manchester showrooms, or in a virtual consultation.

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