Founded in 2001, The Purple Moon began as online sellers of vintage items and opened a storefront design gallery in Downtown Charleston, WV in 2005. Within three years The Purple Moon expanded to its current location at 906 Quarrier Street in Charleston. In 2011, The Purple Moon added contemporary furnishings to their offerings by opening Modern by Design in a separate location and in 2013 expanded The Purple Moon showroom to bring both collections together.

The Purple Moon has built a strong reputation for quality and top-rate design. They are contributing writers to The Charleston Gazette's West Virginia Design Team and, in addition to decorating some of the finest homes in the region, work with clients and designers throughout the country.

The Purple Moon has also become the regions top estate liquidation consultants and conduct estate sales for families through PM Estate Sales.