‘Taraxacum’ coffee was said to contain “all the medicinal virtues pertaining to the plant.”

This stunning dress offers a fascinating glimpse into the elegance of Edwardian-era style.

Clothing, even if not always loved by the wearer, tells intimate stories of family, craftsmanship, and personal history.

Wedding announcements are a great source of information for genealogists and historians.

A well-known Sanson dressmaker created this 1960s debutante dress.

Whanganui’s Ridgway Street has suffered numerous fires during the 19th and 20th centuries.

The 1960s was an era of vibrant fashion, and wedding styles from this era reflect the decade’s distinctive blend of tradition and modernity.

On Whanganui’s Veteran Steps, a sleeping lion was chosen as an appropriate monument to reflect the slumber of fallen men.

A winsome yet sophisticated outfit offers a glimpse into the fashion and craftsmanship of the 1950s.