Fashion Styles Of Ancient India

Costumes and coiffures of Orissa; a study.

This interdisciplinary book aims to advance knowledge in the field of fashion studies. It offers diverse perspectives on fashion related to identity formation, fashion's industries, theory, and media.

Indian Costumes provides a brief survey of how our people dressed themselves in the past and how they now dress themselves in the different regions of this country

Taking the concept of beauty seriously, this encyclopedia examines how humanity has sought and continues to seek what is "beautiful" in a variety of cultural contexts, giving readers an understanding of how to look at beauty both intellectually and critically. Is beauty ever more than "skin deep"? Arguably yes, considering that the concept of beauty—and the pursuit of it—has shaped cultures worldwide, across every time period, and has even served to change the course of history. Studying beauty practices yields insight into social status, wealth, political ideology, religious doctrine, and gender expectations, including gender nonconformity. A truly interdisciplinary text, Beauty around the World: A Cultural Encyclopedia presents an insightful perspective on beauty that draws from philosophy, literature, sociology, anthropology, psychology, and feminist studies, giving readers a unique view of world beauty practices. This volume offers information about beauty practices from the past to the present in alphabetical entries that address terms and topics such as "beards," "dreadlocks," "Geisha," "moko tattoos," and "progressive muscularity." Readers will better comprehend how beauty shapes many social interactions in profound ways worldwide, and that the unspoken social agreements that shape ideals of attractiveness and desirability within any given culture can matter very much. The encyclopedia's entries challenge readers to consider the questions "What is beauty?" and "Why does it matter?" A comprehensive bibliography is a valuable resource for further research.

Serialised on BBC Asian Network. Described as "Wonderful" by Carol Ann Duffy (Poet Laureate).Highly commended in a live TV interview by Mr. B.M. Gupta - President of the National Council of Hindu Temples (UK). A concise, fully illustrated, poetic version of the sacred Hindu text : the Ramayan : aimed at readers aged 11yrs and above : conveying Raam's complete life story. Mr Ashwini Malhi from BBC Asian Network quoted: "This is an easy to follow, epic tale of the epitome of Raam's life that gives insight and guidance on how to lead a virtuous life. Jiotty Kaushal has illustrated that the morals and principles practiced thousands of years ago have the same value, even today."