
Kristin Contino
Kristin Contino is Marie Claire's Senior Royal and Celebrity editor. She's been covering royalty since 2018—including major moments such as the Platinum Jubilee, Queen Elizabeth II’s death and King Charles III's coronation—and places a particular focus on the British Royal Family's style and what it means.
Prior to working at Marie Claire, she wrote about celebrity and royal fashion at Page Six Style and covered royalty from around the world as chief reporter at Royal Central. Kristin has provided expert commentary for outlets including the BBC, Sky News, US Weekly, the Today Show and many others.
Kristin is also the published author of two novels, “The Legacy of Us” and “A House Full of Windsor.” She's passionate about travel, history, horses, and learning everything she can about her favorite city in the world, London.
Latest articles by Kristin Contino
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Former Royal Aide Says Prince William Will Exude This Quality When He Becomes King
Jason Knauf, who worked for both Prince William and Prince Harry, shared what the Prince of Wales is like behind the scenes.
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Queen Camilla and Princess Charlotte Share a Sweet Style Connection
It's unexpectedly touching.
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Meghan Markle Throws it Back to Her 'Tig' Days on Instagram
She's taking a walk down "memory lane."
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Princess Diana "Destroyed" Prince Charles's Belongings During Their Doomed Honeymoon
The couple had "blazing rows" throughout their trip on the Royal Yacht Britannia.
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King Charles Broke Years of Royal Tradition With "Thoroughly Modern" Ritual
He's a man of his time.
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Prince William's Life Is More "Relaxed" When It Comes to This Strict Royal Rule
Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams noted that "protocol rules have flexibility."
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In Rare Announcement, Kensington Palace Changes Stance on Princess Kate’s Royal Duties
The Prince and Princess of Wales are marking "a new chapter," one royal expert tells 'Marie Claire.'
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The Daughter of Princess Kate's "Rock" Could Be Getting a Royal Role
With a shrinking number of senior royals, Lady Louise might be given a role.
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Prince William Once Admitted He Was "Really Bad" at One of His Family's Favorite Activities
We can't all be Kate.
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Princess Diana's Niece Amelia Spencer Reveals Secret Fifth Bridal Outfit
Royal (adjacent) wedding goals, period.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Might Have Just Made Their Biggest Commitment Yet
It's also destroying their house.
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Princess Kate and Duchess Sophie's Relationship Is "One of the Most Important Partnerships"
The royal duo has formed "an unbreakable bond" over the years.
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Princess Kate Wore Princess Diana's Priceless Ring During a Risky Activity
It was a choice.
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Meghan Markle Included a Sentimental Nod to Prince Harry in As Ever's Logo
The design is full of meaning.
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Prince Charles Sent Princess Diana an Unexpectedly Touching Letter Before Their Wedding
The late royal shared the details of his intimate card and personalized gift.
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All the Details on Princess Kate and Prince William's Seriously Luxe Mustique Vacation
From a $42k villa with a private butler to a celebrity-fave bar, the Waleses are enjoying some fun in the sun.
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Prince Louis Included a Sweet Hidden Tribute to His Mom in Princess Kate Drawing
He's an artist in the making.
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Meghan Markle Gave Fans a Peek at Princess Lilibet (and Their Stunning Yard)
The rarely-seen toddler shared in the excitement for her mom's As Ever brand launch announcement.
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Meghan Markle Paid Tribute to Her Friend's Late Son With Touching Heart Necklace
She wore the gorgeous red pendant in the announcement video for her new brand, As Ever.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet Will Likely Make Their Joint Royal Debut at this Event
Fans might have to wait a while.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince Harry and Prince William Share This Parenting Conundrum
The Prince of Wales and Duke of Sussex have found themselves in similar situations recently.
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Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet Make Their Debut on Mom Meghan's Instagram Account for Valentine's Day
The Duchess of Sussex shared a video of her kids helping make some sweet treats.
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Norway's Royal Family Faced With Yet Another Serious Legal Accusation
The future king's stepson, Marius Borg Høiby, has been accused of sexually assaulting a TV presenter at Skaugum Castle.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate and Meghan Markle Both Share Sweet Kissing Photos to Mark Valentine's Day
Both the Waleses and Sussexes posted Instagram tributes for the holiday.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Exclusive: Princess Diana Would “Send Romantic Cards to Prince Charles” But “He Never Returned the Compliment"
Diana’s butler, Paul Burrell, tells ‘Marie Claire’ how the royals “never acknowledged” Valentine’s Day.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Exclusive: Prince Harry and Team USA Women Share How the Invictus Games Gives Athletes a "Renewed Purpose"
The Duke of Sussex and competitors Yen Soto and Lydia Figary tell "Marie Claire' about group chats, patriotic nails and building bonds in the military community.
By Kristin Contino Published
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King Charles Admits These Days Are "Behind" Him After Giving Up Hobby
The 76-year-old admitted he's no longer able to keep up with one of his hobbies.
By Kristin Contino Published