1960s
There has been a lot of slagging off and ridicule of the 1960's Bull Ring, especially by those in the South. But it was so fresh and unique in its day, unlike anything any other city had. Birmingham was an exciting place to live with new developments popping up every other week, or so it seemed.
The trouble was, it was a bit too fashionable and quickly went out of fashion. And just like flaired trousers and feather cut hairstyles it was soon laughed at.
I also like the new Bull Ring, hopefully this will not be out of date in 20 years.