Hartstrings, LLC is a privately held company, headquartered in suburban Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The company was founded by Peggy Hart Earle in 1979 with the goal of designing and producing classic, original and timeless children’s clothing with the traditional parent in mind. In 1997, the kc parker brand was introduced ~ a collection of updated coordinating separates, sizes 4 – 16.

Hartstrings and the kc parker label continue to be sold in upscale boutiques and department stores throughout the US and internationally.