Discover The World of MonkeyFans Raleigh — a creative family of brands featuring Designed by Rusty’s bold designs, MonkeyFans Raleigh’s local fun, and MonkeyFans Creative’s smart marketing strategy.
Still Standing, Still Slaying, & Still Here!
MonkeyFans Raleigh may be new — launched in 2025 — but it’s built on years of creativity, community, and bold ideas that came before it. What started as one person’s spark to lift local louder has evolved into something bigger: a world of brands that celebrate design, connection, and small business courage.
🌎 One World. Three Sparks.
MonkeyFans Raleigh – Your unapologetic guide to the best of Raleigh. We’re about real people, real places, and real good times — from Pride events to pop-ups to the stories that make this city roar with personality.
MonkeyFans Creative – Smart marketing strategy for small businesses with heart. We help entrepreneurs grow through social media, email, and creative strategy that actually delivers results — no corporate fluff, no gimmicks, just real connection.
Designed by Rusty – Where bold design meets queer joy. From unapologetic shirts to statement coasters, Designed by Rusty celebrates creativity, rebellion, and community — one handmade piece at a time.
Our Story
The World of MonkeyFans Raleigh was born from a love of this city and the people who make it unforgettable. It’s not about going back — it’s about building forward. After 12 years of running the successful Green Monkey Gift Shop and Bar, Rusty took everything learned along the way and built something new — something that could carry the MonkeyFan community into the future.
The World of MonkeyFans Raleigh exists to remind people that small business isn’t small — it’s personal, it’s powerful, and it deserves to be celebrated.
We don’t do boring or corporate. We do sass, fun, and a whole lot of heart.
“I wanted to create something that brings all my worlds together — design, community, and creative strategy — under one umbrella. That’s what The World of MonkeyFans Raleigh is all about. It’s the past reimagined and the future made bold.”
–Rusty Sutton, Founder and owner of MonkeyFans Raleigh, LLC
What You’ll Find Here
- Small businesses worth shouting about
- Real stories of resilience and reinvention
- Bold, handmade designs that make a statement
- Smart marketing that connects, not confuses
- Sass, spirit, and Raleigh pride in every damn pixel
Join The World
Whether you’re here to shop, laugh, grow, or get inspired — welcome. You’ve found your people.
👉 Explore the brands below and find where you fit in the World of MonkeyFans Raleigh.
- Designed by Rusty – Bold Designs
- MonkeyFans Raleigh – Raleigh Fun
- MonkeyFans Creative – Smart Strategy