
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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Travis Kelce Shares How Taylor Swift Lifts Him Up When He's "Depressed"
He feels "So High School."
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This British Royal Led a Secret Double Life With Queen Elizabeth's Blessing
The Kensington Palace resident came up with an unusual idea that the late Queen "supported."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Royal Hat Designers Share What It's Really Like Working With Meghan Markle and Princess Kate
One of the royals was called "an absolute dream to work with."
By Kristin Contino Published
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'Gossip Girl' Star Michelle Trachtenberg Dies at 39
The actress was known for her role in the CW drama as well as 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer.'
By Kristin Contino Published
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How "Grandpa Wales" King Charles Is Connected in a Special Way to Prince Louis
The two are tied together in a sweet way.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Kate Middleton Just Proved She's Queen of the Re-Wear in a Jacket Older Than Her Marriage
Exactly how big is her closet?
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Kate Middleton's Meaningful Outfit Is a Love Letter to Wales
The Princess of Wales chose her look carefully during a rare joint outing with Prince William.
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Queen Elizabeth Kept This Genius Item Inside Her Famous Handbags
You'll never guess what she did before using it.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Diana's Former Lover Speaks Out on Harry and William "Rift"
James Hewitt shared his thoughts on how Diana would've handled the situation.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate and Prince William Would Rather Not "Be Public Figures"
Jason Knauf shared insights on the future King and Queen with '60 Minutes Australia.'
By Kristin Contino Published
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Inside Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi's Secret Vacation Home
This couple is going off the grid.
By Kristin Contino Published
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All the Details on Queen Camilla's New Puppy
The new royal dog's name has the sweetest meaning.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Sarah Ferguson Reflects on Her “Much Loved Sister-in-Law” Princess Diana
The Duchess of York opened up about Diana's legacy on Instagram.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Inside One of Prince George's Sweetest Toddler Moments
A former royal aide revealed what happened during one of the then-toddler's royal firsts.
By Kristin Contino Published
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The Extreme Measures Put in Place to Protect Prince William and "Paranoid" Princess Kate in Mustique
Royal expert Ingrid Seward explained why Will and Kate "are guaranteed privacy there."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William's Former Aide Admits This Moment Was "The Lowest I've Ever Seen Him"
Jason Knauf opened up about royal life behind the scenes in an episode of '60 Minutes Australia.'
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Debuts a New Instagram Strategy in Diana-Approved Weekend Wear
The duchess soaked up some sun in a series of posts that departed from her usual content.
By Kristin Contino Published
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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.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Throws it Back to Her 'Tig' Days on Instagram
She's taking a walk down "memory lane."
By Kristin Contino Published
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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.
By Kristin Contino Published
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King Charles Broke Years of Royal Tradition With "Thoroughly Modern" Ritual
He's a man of his time.
By Kristin Contino Published
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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."
By Kristin Contino Published
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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.'
By Kristin Contino Published
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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.
By Kristin Contino Published
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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.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate Is "Refusing" to Have Her Life "Dictated" by Palace Officials: Report
She's following in Princess Diana's footsteps.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Diana's Niece Amelia Spencer Reveals Secret Fifth Bridal Outfit
Royal (adjacent) wedding goals, period.
By Kristin Contino Published