“I’ve always been drawn to things that are beautiful, meaningful, and made to last.”
 

Colorado-based vintage curator and reseller Erica Young is the founder of Piccadilly Vintage, a business specializing in antique and vintage home décor with a focus on timeless design and craftsmanship. Drawing inspiration from art history, travel, and a lifelong appreciation for meaningful objects, Erica has built a business that blends treasure hunting with storytelling. Through her resale work, she helps preserve beautiful pieces from the past while connecting them with new homes and new generations of collectors.

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SHOW NOTES & TAKEAWAYS

• Erica Young shares how a lifelong love of beautiful objects, art history, and travel inspired her journey into vintage and antique reselling.
• Transitioning from casual thrifting to specializing in higher-end antiques, collectibles, and vintage home décor.
• How personal taste influences sourcing decisions while still considering what appeals to a broader audience.
• The value of antique markets, vintage shows, and booth spaces for both profitability and community building.
• Encouragement for new resellers to “talk yourself into opportunities” rather than letting fear hold you back
• A desire to lower barriers to entry and make resale knowledge more accessible to newcomers.
• Why preserving history and connecting people through objects remains one of the most rewarding aspects of reselling.
• The role of optimism and openness when thrifting, and why expectations can shape what you discover.