
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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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.
By Kristin Contino Published
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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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Prince William Has Already Made One "Casual" Change to His Staff
It's a new royal world.
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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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?
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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?
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Mary Berry Reveals the "Encouraging" Ways Prince William Gives Kate Middleton Confidence
"He's obviously immensely proud of her."
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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."
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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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This Royal Had a Secret "Converted" Vehicle He Used So "Nobody Would Recognize Him," Per Former Butler
Incognito mode activated.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Duchess Sophie Hears Harrowing Stories of Rape Survivors in Democratic Republic of Congo
"You have to really question yourself and go ‘how can we have reached a point where rape is just accepted as a part of daily life?’"
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William Warns Prince George Could Suffer as King If Royals "Regress"
"I think it’s safe to say that change is on my agenda."
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Prince William Hints at His Feelings on Royal Family Drama for First Time
The Prince of Wales said "doing the job" as a royal didn't worry him, but with family, "it’s more about upsetting the rhythm."
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Prince William Says He's "Very Strict" About One Childhood Rule
The Prince of Wales opened up to Eugene Levy about his three kids in an episode of 'The Reluctant Traveler.'
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William Admits His Relationship With Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip Was “Quite Formal” as a Child
The Prince of Wales opened up about his grandparents to Eugene Levy in an episode of 'The Reluctant Traveler.'
By Kristin Contino Published
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King Charles Announces Return of Christmas Spectacular at Sandringham—and William and Kate's Dog Is Invited
It's the most wonderful time of the year.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Former Royal Butler Hints That King Charles Could Make a "Big Change" to How the Royals Celebrate Christmas
Grant Harrold said the monarch is "not afraid to adapt things to make it work better for how the family runs in 2025."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William and Kate Middleton's Rarely-Seen Dog, Orla, Gets Her Hollywood Moment in New Show
"Good girl."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate Shares a Sweet Fashion Moment With a Young Fan
The Princess of Wales wore a familiar Prince of Wales check suit for her trip to RAF Coningsby.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Former Royal Butler Opens Up About the "Most Relatable" Royal
Grant Harrold's new book details his time working for the then-Prince of Wales between 2004 and 2011.
By Kristin Contino Published