“Thinking he had now achieved his objective and held his kingdom without dispute, Alexander began to adopt Persian luxury and the extravagance of the Kings of Asia. First of all he stationed Asiatics as ushers in his court, then he arranged for the most notable individuals to act as his guards, among them Darius’ brother, Oxathres. Then he adopted the Persian diadem, and dressed himself in the pure white robe, and the Persian sash, everything else except the baggy trousers, and the long sleeved jacket. He dressed his companions in purple, and fitted out the horses in Persian harnesses. In addition, he took around the courtesans and Darius had done, number in equal to the days of the year, and chosen from among all the most beautiful woman in Asia. Each night they paraded around the King’s couch, so that he might select one with which he might sleep. Alexander employed these customs sparingly, and for the most part kept to his existing practice, fearing to offend the Macedonians.” - Diodorus (SM)