
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 Gives Fans an Even Bigger Peek Into Her Closet—And Her Real Kitchen—In New Instagram Posts
The copper pot envy is real.
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Meghan Markle's As Ever Collection Finally Launches—And Sells Out Within Minutes
Jam for the win.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Beatrice Is Following in the Footsteps of a Surprising Royal
The second-time mom has an incredible example in this regal figure.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Why Princess Margaret Called Herself a "Bad-Tempered Old Devil" After "Tearful" Incident
Queen Elizabeth's little sister issued a rare apology after the upsetting situation.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Anne's Son-In-Law Mike Tindall Opens Up on the Possibility of Becoming a Prince
The former rugby star got candid about royal titles in a new interview.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Palace Sources Say King Charles's Hospitalization Was a "Bump in the Road" as He Returns to Regular Duties
It was business as usual for The King on April 1.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince Harry and Prince William "Hated" Princess Diana's One Tactic to Show How They Were "Equal"
Former royal butler Paul Burrell said "the boys didn’t like that and they didn’t understand."
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Prince William's Love of Family Travel "Has Been Shaped" by Princess Diana's Death and Desire for a "Normal Upbringing"
"He understands his duty but also wants to make sure his family comes first."
By Kristin Contino Published
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This Surprising Duo Has Been Called the "Most Compatible Royal Couple"
"They have had this deep love since they were both very young."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Inside Kate Middleton's "Extra Special" Mother's Day Celebrations With Prince William and Family
"This Mother’s Day is one they can wholeheartedly celebrate as Catherine continues her recovery."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Exclusive: How Prince Harry and Prince William Honored Princess Diana on Mother's Day
"Their mother was paramount in their life," former royal butler Paul Burrell tells 'Marie Claire.'
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Makes Major Announcement About Her New Brand's Launch Amid Harry's Charity Turmoil
Get ready to add to cart.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince Louis Could Follow in Prince Andrew’s Footsteps to Receive This Royal Honor When Prince William Becomes King
The 6-year-old prince could one day hold a special title.
By Kristin Contino Published
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The Supermodel's Dress That Inspired Princess Diana's Wedding Gown Is For Sale on eBay
You'll never believe the price.
By Kristin Contino Published
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The Richest European Royal Will Definitely Surprise You
King Charles doesn't even come close.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate's 2024 Photoshop Controversy Left the Royals Feeling "Bruised" and "Deeply Upset"
"It was like being in the middle of a tornado and not knowing when it was going to calm down."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Could Donald Trump Work With King Charles to Make America Royal Again?
"This is being discussed at the highest levels."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Anne Pairs a 1970s Dress With a $250,000 Choker
As one does.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Beatrice‘s Baby Daughter Shares a Sweet Tie to Princess Diana's Niece
Although they're not related, there's a connection between the Spencer and Mapelli-Mozzi families.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince Charles Struggled With One of Princess Diana's Personality Traits
A former royal journalist opened up about her encounters with the late royal.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William and Princess Kate Have Been Living in a “Nightmare” For Last 5 Years
"That either crushes a marriage, or it brings them together."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis Are Banned From This "Off Limits" Behavior
A source described the Wales household as being "relaxed" yet also "a military operation."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate "Has Come a Long Way" When It Comes to This "Nerve-Racking" Aspect of Royal Life
March 19 marks an anniversary in the Princess of Wales's royal career.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Diana Saw Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson's Divorce as a "Roadmap of How to Mess It Up"
The late princess used her brother-in-law and sister-in-law's split as a learning opportunity for her own breakup.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Camilla Once Joked "Don't Tell The King" After Proposing Hilarious Reality Show Idea
She'd certainly bring in a big audience.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Kate Middleton Showed How "She's Back" and Better Than Ever With This Power Move
"She has an inner steel about what she wants."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Camilla's Hairdresser Reveals the Meaningful Hidden Message Princess Kate Sent on St. Patrick's Day
Her hair is full of secrets.
By Kristin Contino Published