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 Lab Grown Emerald Engagement Ring

Lab grown emerald engagement rings are chosen for their unmistakable green colour, which can feel both classic and individual. Emerald is a variety of beryl and has different wear and care considerations from sapphire or diamond, so the choice of mounting deserves particular attention.

Look at colour and protection together

Compare the depth and evenness of green in different lighting. Step-cut emerald centres have long, calm facets that show colour clearly, while rounded cuts give a softer appearance. Because emerald can be more vulnerable to knocks than diamond or sapphire, ask about the practical protection provided by the chosen claws or bezel, particularly around exposed corners.

A yellow gold setting makes the green feel warmer; platinum or white gold gives a cooler contrast. Consider ring height and how often you use your hands before choosing a particularly raised design. Browse our broader lab grown gemstone engagement rings for other colours and species, with advice on their individual care needs.

Expert Coloured Gemstone Ring Advice

EXPERT, QUALIFIED ADVICE

Expert Coloured Gemstone Ring Advice

A coloured gemstone brings its own considerations, from hue and cut to how it looks in a solitaire or halo. Our jewellery consultants include JET-qualified specialists and colleagues progressing through the National Association of Jewellers' training pathway. They can help you compare sapphires, emeralds, rubies and alexandrites.

Explore your options at our Manchester or London showroom, or arrange a consultation online.

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