Kelli Hull, a native Texan and veteran, has opened Monkee's of Fair Oaks Ranch, a women's boutique in the Lemon Creek Ranch development serving Fair Oaks Ranch and Boerne. The store aims to fill a gap in the local market for contemporary designer clothing, which previously required a 45-minute drive to San Antonio. Hull, who spent nearly 20 years in government contracting in Washington, D.C., moved back to Texas about a year ago with her husband, an Army Reserve officer, and identified the need for a local boutique carrying national brands.
Monkee's is a North Carolina-based franchise of locally owned women's boutiques known for offering big contemporary designer names in small, neighborhood storefronts. Hull discovered the franchise eight years ago in Raleigh, North Carolina, and was impressed by its ability to carry well-known brands through collective buying power. As a franchisee, she could access major showrooms in New York before her store even opened. Monkee's of Fair Oaks Ranch is store #8 in Texas and roughly #67 across the country, positioning Hull early in the growing national brand.
The boutique spans a little over 1,200 square feet, reflecting the franchise's signature small footprint and curated approach. It carries contemporary designers across a wide range of price points, allowing customers to shop from day to night without leaving the Hill Country. Hull emphasizes a personal shopping experience, aiming to help every customer leave feeling confident. As a veteran-owned business in the San Antonio area, the store also plans to support the military community, with more details to come.
Monkee's of Fair Oaks Ranch is located in the Lemon Creek Ranch development near Fair Oaks Ranch and Boerne. Customers can follow on Instagram at @monkeesoffairoaks for the latest brands and events. The store's website, monkeesoffairoaks.com, offers store information, with online shopping planned to launch in 2027.