Enjoy these photo memories from around Leeds in October 1996. PIC: James HardistyEnjoy these photo memories from around Leeds in October 1996. PIC: James Hardisty
Enjoy these photo memories from around Leeds in October 1996. PIC: James Hardisty

Leeds in October 1996 -16 stories making the news

It was a month for dedicated followers of fashion in Leeds.

October 1996 saw the opening of upmarket fashion store Harvey Nichols in the city centre leading some people to label Leeds the 'Knightsbridge of the North'. A historic Leeds landmark was used as a catwalk for a BBC1 show which boasted nine million viewers every Sunday night. Another fashion statement was craned into position at a Leeds dealership while a child- sized toy for those who wanted to live life in the fast lane was up for sale at another garage showroom in the city. READ MORE: How Harvey Nichols helped Leeds become the 'Knightsbridge of the North' LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook

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