My Intro to Labs? What’s Yours?

[dnfd]

A trusted local jeweler mentioned that they’ll be carrying a lab line. I said no thanks at the time thinking I wouldn’t be drawn to larger diamonds that would benefit me to buy lab.
When I got the e-mail showing the pieces, i really liked the look of one of the necklaces: 0.5 tcw, E/F color, VS clarity, 5 round brilliants. I was drawn to the design, but the fact that it’s more affordable than a mined equivalent doesn’t hurt! (Kinda crossposted from Rocky Talk where I was comparing this piece with a similar necklace and asking for opinions.)
I might be purchasing it tomorrow. What led you to buy your first lab piece?

 

[Calliecake]

The necklace is beautiful @dnfd. I hope you go back and get it. It will go with everything and is such a pretty design. I haven't purchased a lab diamond yet but they are definitely in my future.

I tend to feel guilty a few months after I spend a lot on jewelry and that takes away from my joy. I see labs diamonds as the perfect solution for getting what I want without any of the guilt.