
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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Prince William Faces a Huge "Quandry" That Could "Further Hurt" Certain Family Members
It might be up to William to "wield the axe."
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Prince William and Princess Kate Turned Down a Surprising, Quirky New Role For Prince Louis
Maybe one day.
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Princess Charlotte Holds a Very Important Role "For the First Time in British History"
Girls rule.
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Two Royals Will Likely Never "Complicate" Life and Transition to Full-Time Work
One royal expert weighed in on why it wouldn't make sense.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Eugenie Slips Into the Satin Skirt Trend
The royal supported a cause close to her heart with Princess Rajwa of Jordan.
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Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis Are Facing an "Imminent" and "Fun" Change
It will mark a "fresh start" for the family.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Elton John Said Princess Diana Was "A Real Gossip" and "Incredibly Indiscreet"
Nothing brings people together like forced dancing.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Duchess Sophie Says This Shoe Trend Isn't Over Yet as She Teams Up With Princess Charlene
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Meghan Markle Talks Business in an Ivory Blouse and Leather Pencil Skirt
The Duchess of Sussex discussed her As ever brand and Netflix deal in Washington, D.C.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate Swaps a Tailored McQueen Coat For Barbour Jacket and 20-Year-Old Boots
The Princess of Wales brought back some familiar favorites while meeting locals with Prince William.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Beatrice Looks Immortally Glam in a Shimmering Vampire's Wife Gown at New York Wedding
She resurrected a favorite dress for her friend's high society nuptials.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Leans Into Fall 2025's Striped Shirt Trend In a Favorite Ralph Lauren Blouse
The Duchess of Sussex is visiting NYC to honor World Mental Health Day.
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Prince William and Prince Harry Both Launch New Initiatives on World Mental Health Day
The Prince and Princess of Wales and Duke and Duchess of Sussex have all championed mental health causes over the years.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Skips a Gown and Steals the Show in a Sleek Armani Power Suit
The Duchess of Sussex joined Prince Harry for a rare red carpet appearance in NYC.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate Embraces Fall's Olive Green Trend in a Spice Girl-Coded Suit
Just call her Olive Spice.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Royal Author Says Prince William Finds One Royal Tradition "Slightly Embarrassing" and "Ridiculous"
Don't be surprised if some dated royal practices go out the window.
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Critics Dubbed Princess Diana a “McDonald’s Princess” Because of Her Love of Americana
Before Prince Harry moved to California, his mom had a longtime fascination with American culture.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Former Royal Butler Reveals the Unusually "Strict Etiquette" Surrounding One Drink Served at the Palace
Grant Harrold spills the tea on serving the royals.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Palace Advisors Only "Humored" Prince Charles's Work Until He Stood Up to the "Men in Gray Suits"
Queen Elizabeth's senior advisors felt that Charles "was still too young to be taken entirely seriously" at age 26.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle’s Go-To Sneakers Continue to Reign—And They’re Majorly Marked Down
Royally-approved Superga and Veja kicks are on sale during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle's Rothy's Flats Are On Major Sale in Amazon Prime Big Deal Days
Save on flats approved by both royals and editors alike.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William Isn't Going to Hide From "Emotional Problems"
The Prince of Wales won't be sticking his head in the sand.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Is Trolled for Paris Video Because the Internet Is The Worst, Yet Again
The Duchess of Sussex was accused of "tasteless" behavior, but exactly what can she do right?
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Elizabeth Would Eat Four Meals a Day—And Would Ration One Thing "Until It Was All Gone"
Who could blame her?
By Kristin Contino Published
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Mary Berry Reveals the "Encouraging" Ways Prince William Gives Kate Middleton Confidence
"He's obviously immensely proud of her."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Despite Wanting to Make "Change" as King, Prince William Is Following in King Charles's Footsteps
"That's what his grandmother did. That's what his father's been doing."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William Reveals the "Silly" Hijinks George, Charlotte and Louis Get Up to "After Hours" at Windsor Castle
They're keeping the family tradition alive.
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