India, March 10 -- An American designer's 10-day sourcing trip to Jaipur has sparked conversation online after she revealed a total spend of over Rs.54 lakh. Breaking down her expenses for her followers, Katie explained that while Jaipur is an inspiring hub for jewellery lovers, the cost of procurement is anything but small. In a post, she detailed how much she spent on each part of her journey, from Rs.5.5 lakh on airfare to a Rs.45 lakh investment in gemstones and fabrics.

"How much does a jewellery sourcing trip to Jaipur actually cost?" wrote Katie. She explained, "I go to India to design and source gemstones, jewelry & textiles for my collections. Jaipur is one of the most magical places in the world for jewelry lovers. Every trip i...