This book traces the evolution of costume in ancient India between 321 B.C. and 850 A.D. Each of the 4 chapters includes a brief social history of the specific period, its costumes, headgears and hairstyles, jewelry, textiles and dyes. It includes 79 illustrations. It's intended as a primer to the layperson who seeks an insight into the costume of ancient India. It can serve as a reference to illustrators, art students and costume designers.