A generation of bargain-hunters trawled around hundreds of shops during a decade which Leeds' reputation as the 'Knightsbridge of the North' when it came to retail cool was boosted thanks to a raft of new openings. Everything from fashion to fast food though to travel, beauty and bling is served up in this wonderful collection. The images are published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. They also run heritage blog The Secret Library Leeds, which provides a behind the scenes look at the Central Library and highlights from its special collections, including rare books hidden away in the stacks. READ MORE: 43 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
7. Leeds city centre shops
Habitat furnishings followed by Burger King and Burton Menswear. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
8. Leeds city centre shops
Showboat Amusements on Briggate followed Sonargaon Indian restaurant which has a 'To Let' sign next to it. Then the entrance to Whan Hai Chinese restaurant and The Holiday Shop travel agents. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
9. Leeds city centre shops
National and Provincial Building Society on Albion Street. The Co-op department store can be seen on the right. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
10. Leeds city centre shops
A fast food heaven. Briggate with McDonald's on the left and Pizza Hut on the right. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
11. Leeds city centre shops
Albion Street with Smiths Cleaners on the right then Alexandra Overalls and on the left the entrance to the offices of Cavendish House. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
12. Leeds city centre shops
Nationwide Anglia Building Society and HFC Bank on Albion Street. Just visible on the left is Barclays Bank and on tne right Lunn Poly Holiday Shop. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net