Fashion designer Vivienne Westwood brought her own brand of chic and cool to the city thanks to the opening of her County Arcade boutique in April 1997. Her arrival created quite a stir among followers of fashion as did a 'Prince and Pauper' Gotz collectable doll which went on sale for £2,700 at a shop on Vicar Lane. Enjoy these photo memories from around Leeds in April 1997. READ MORE: 43 photos to take you back to Leeds in 1997 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
7. Leeds in April 1997
Yarnbury RU are pictured after winning the Aire-Wharf Cup. They beat Phoenix at their club in Horsforth. Photo: Justin Lloyd
8. Leeds in April 1997
American footballers...Lee Sharpe, Pierre Laurent and Tony Dorigo prepare themselves for the Leeds United's end of season trip to the USA.
9. Leeds in April 1997
Leeds United fans made their own half time entertainment against Nottingham Forest at the County Ground. The game finished 1-1 with Briane Deane scoring for the Whites. Photo: Steve Riding
10. Leeds in April 1997
This exclusive "Prince and Pauper" Gotz collectable doll was on sale at The Rocking Horse shop on Vicar Lane priced at £2,700. Photo: Richard Hainsworth
11. Leeds in April 1997
All roads lead to the city as dusk falls over Leeds and traffic follow cones left by workmen at the end of the M1. Photo: Bruce Greer
12. Leeds in April 1997
The winners of the YEP U-14s Schools Cup was Mount St Marys. They are pictured with the trophy after beating Boston Spa in the final at Oldfield Lane.