
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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The Royal Once Known as "Prince Brat" Is Now "On Track" to Become "National Treasure"
He's come a long way.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate Makes Her Commonwealth Day Return in Historic Royal Pearls and a Scarlet Coat
The Princess of Wales looked radiant in red at Westminster Abbey.
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Princess Kate "Got Her Mojo Back" and Is Clear "Star of the Royal Family," Per Royal Expert
"Catherine is looking fantastic and looks as if she is enjoying every engagement."
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A 200-Year-Old Tiara With Ancient Stones Makes Its First Public Appearance at Glittering State Banquet
The piece hasn't been seen in public for more than 140 years.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Duchess Sophie Shows Her "Deep Connection" to Second Mom Queen Elizabeth With $30,000 Tribute
The royal duo shared a loving bond.
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King Charles Makes a Surprising Pivot in His Social Media Strategy That Reveals His "Happy King" Era
An unexpectedly fun new royal initiative launches March 10.
By Kristin Contino Published
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The Future Queen of Norway's Duties Will Change as Her Disease Has "Progressed"
The Norwegian royal house made a major announcement about Crown Princess Mette-Marit's health.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Camilla Makes a Hilarious—and Relatable—Vacation Confession
Royals: just like us.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Beatrice Channels Princess Kate in Shimmering Ivory Bows for First Post-Baby Appearance
The new mom honored a "close and personal" cause at a charity fundraiser.
By Kristin Contino Published
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This Unexpected Royal Beats The King and Queen as One of Country's Favorites in New U.K. Poll
But are we really that surprised?
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William and Princess Kate Have a Surprisingly Low-Key Rule for Their Household Staff
The Prince and Princess of Wales like to keep it "casual" at Adelaide Cottage.
By Kristin Contino Published
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This Royal Could Become Prince George's "Greatest Asset" When He Becomes King
A new documentary reveals who George could lean on for support.
By Kristin Contino Published
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What Prince William's "Very Sad" Childhood Plea Reveals About His Parenting Style
Royal photographer Arthur Edwards shared a heartbreaking story about the future King in a new documentary.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Two Unexpected Members of the Royal Family Will Miss a Major March Event
Buckingham Palace confirmed who will be attending the March 10 ceremony.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet Share an "Adorable" Trait in Common With Royal Dad Prince Harry
Meghan Markle reveals the cutest story about her kids in an upcoming episode of the 'Drew Barrymore Show.'
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Prince William and Princess Kate Don't Want Their Kids to Think They're "Elevated"
The princess is integrating her "Middleton upbringing and her family values."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Get Ready for a Busy Royal Spring After Historic Events in London Announced
The Royal Family will help celebrate a major anniversary this May.
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Kate Middleton Is Confirmed to Make a Major New Royal Appearance With King Charles and Queen Camilla
Mark your calendars.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Inside Princess Diana's Secret Island Getaways—And How They Differed From William and Kate's
The late royal enjoyed (mostly) private vacations thanks to one man's help.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle's As Ever Lineup Will Include One Fanciful Product Used on Her Netflix Show
You're going to want to use it on everything.
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Princess Lilibet Takes Cleaning Very Seriously, According to Mom Meghan Markle
Like mother, like daughter.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Markle Paid Tribute to Her Royal Wedding Cake During ‘With Love, Meghan’
The duchess looked back on her special day in the first episode of her new Netflix show.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Tells Mindy Kaling She Goes by "Sussex Now" When It Comes to Her Royal Last Name
The Duchess of Sussex opened up about her "little family name."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Camilla's New Puppy Is Joined by Another Pet for King Charles—and He's "Besotted"
The King and Queen have a full house now.
By Kristin Contino Published
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This Royal Was Once Confronted By Palace Police "With Machine Guns" After Drunken Antics
"I was like, "F***!"
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Opens Up About Her "Normal" Mom Friends in Montecito
"We went from just connecting through our kids to having girls’ night out," the duchess told 'People.'
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Just Dressed Princess Lilibet in Two Relatable Mall Brands for Rare Video
Lili looked adorable for a playdate with auntie Serena Williams.
By Kristin Contino Published