
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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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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The Deeper Meaning Behind Meghan Markle's Reimagined Brand, As Ever
"This new chapter is an extension of what has always been my love language," the Duchess of Sussex wrote on Instagram.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Queen Camilla's Son Reveals a Surprisingly Down-to-Earth Tidbit About His Royal Mom
Tom Parker Bowles shared some fun facts about his mother, The Queen.
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Why You'll Likely Never See One Photo of Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis
They aren't following in Prince William and Prince Harry's footsteps in one major way.
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Prince William Had a Heartbreaking Reason for Choosing His Childhood Dream Job
The surprising occupation had to do with his mom, Princess Diana.
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Prince Harry Says "Curious" Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet "Have No Filter"
The Duke of Sussex opened up about "challenging but important" conversations with his kids.
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Meghan Markle Gives Fans a Peek at the Gifts She Brought Back for Princess Lilibet and Prince Archie From Invictus Games
The Duchess of Sussex showed a rare glimpse of her Montecito home on Instagram.
By Kristin Contino Published
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This Royal Admits He Loves "Jumping Out to Scare" His Kids and Wife: "She Screams SO Loudly!"
Even royals love a good prank.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Reveals a Sweet Valentine's Day Gift From Prince Harry
They're "Feeling Good."
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Why Princess Kate Was Shouted at by Inmates During Prison Visit
The Princess of Wales visited HMP Styal to learn more about its program for new and expectant mothers.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Why Meghan Markle Left the Invictus Games Early
The Duke of Sussex will be flying solo for the rest of the week.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William Gave Queen Elizabeth a Hilarious Nickname Because He Couldn't Pronounce "Granny"
You'll never guess this one.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Reluctantly Tries Out Snow Tubing as Prince Harry Coaches Her
"You'll be absolutely fine!" the Duke of Sussex assured his wife.
By Kristin Contino Published