
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 Real Reason Why Prince William and Kate Middleton Haven’t Been Seen in Public Amid Prince Andrew’s Latest Scandal
The couple have not made any appearances since Andrew's October 17 title announcement.
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Meghan Markle Slips Into a Silk Tank and the Cozy Brown Pants You Need for the Office This Fall
Her exact pieces are still in stock—for now.
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Meghan Markle Shares a Rare Insight Into 4-Year-Old Princess Lilibet's "Strong Personality"
The Duchess of Sussex opened up about her kids during an event at Godmothers bookstore.
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Queen Elizabeth’s Go-To Designer Shares the “Subtle Kindnesses” She Showed
Stewart Parvin opened up about working on the late Queen's remarkable wardrobe.
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This Under-the-Radar Royal Serves as a “Tower of Strength and Support” for Future Kings Prince William and Prince George
Cousins make the best friends.
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Queen Elizabeth Felt “Great Sympathy” for Prince Andrew, Prince Harry and Princess Margaret
The late Queen "cut them a lot of slack," per royal expert Robert Hardman.
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Royal Household Reportedly “Stonewalled” a 2005 Investigation Into Prince Andrew’s Rent
"We found it very difficult to get any straight answers at all," said a former member of parliament.
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Queen Camilla Wears Queen Elizabeth’s "Sentimental" $53,000 Brooch to Vatican
The Queen honored her late mother-in-law with a special piece of jewelry.
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Princess Diana "Embraced" Royal Work That Was "Distinctly Inappropriate" For a Reason
In 'Dianaworld,' author Edward White explores why the late royal chose to support some groundbreaking causes.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Mary Berry Admitted She "Was Totally Overcome" By Prince William's Gushing Tribute—And Reveals His "Competitive" Side With Kate
"I thought, 'I must hold myself together.'"
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Removing Prince Andrew From the Line of Succession Would "Require an International Effort"
"The monarch must act within the confines of the law—but the law is not designed to easily allow someone to become an ex-royal."
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Amelia and Eliza Spencer Open Up About Princess Diana and Their New Aspinal Bag Collection
Princess Diana's twin nieces tell 'Marie Claire' about designing bags for the British luxury brand and how they'll celebrate Eliza's engagement this Christmas.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Forget Paris—Ireland Might Be Europe’s Most Surprising Luxury Destination
Think Ireland is all pub crawls and countryside charm? Add Michelin stars and hotels fit for royalty.
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King Charles Had a "Lost Opportunity" When It Comes to Prince Andrew and His Dropped Titles
The 'Entitled' author weighed in on the "decisive action" taken against Prince Andrew.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Courtier Says It Was "Hard" for Queen Elizabeth "As a Mother" to "Humiliate" Prince Andrew by Stripping His Titles
King Charles and Prince William have taken a harder stance with Andrew.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Camilla Wears "Quietly Symbolic" $40,000 Brooch Representing "Reconciliation and Renewal" Amid Royal Family Turmoil
The Queen attended Champions' Day at Ascot alongside Zara Tindall.
By Kristin Contino Published
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The "Only" Thing That Could Get Prince Andrew to Leave Royal Lodge Is Revealed by Biographer
"The optics look terrible for a non-working royal in a 30-room mansion."
By Kristin Contino Published
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A Cursed $60 Million Royal Diamond Was Left Behind in Louvre Heist
Thieves didn't even attempt to touch this famous gemstone.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Royal Expert Says Princess Anne Is "Fed Up" With One Royal Family Member
"Anne represents everything the monarchy is supposed to stand for—hard work and respect."
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Prince Charlotte and Prince Louis Could Usher In a "Different Era" for the Royals
Former royal butler Grant Harrold said Charlotte and Louis might be viewed more "as celebrities or even taking on that influencer role."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Former Royal Butler Says It Would Be "Very Strange" If Prince George "Stopped" One Royal "Tradition"
Grant Harrold shared that if George bucked tradition, it would "be quite significant."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Diana's Nieces Are Real-Life Barbies in Pink Gowns and Diamond Jewels
Princess Diana's nieces shined at London's answer to the Met Gala.
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Princess Charlene Plays With Proportions in an Oversized '80s-Inspired Suit
The Monégasque royal took a menswear-inspired outfit for a spin.
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Princess Diana's Nephew Is Starring in His First Film—And Has Ditched Spencer In Favor of a Stage Name
Viscount Althorp is heir to the family's incredible fortune.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Diana's Sloane Ranger Style Has Never Been Easier to Recreate With These Cozy Knits
Pearls and silk scarves at the ready.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson to Give Up Royal Titles Amid Epstein Scandals and "Huge Pressure" From King Charles
The pair will no longer be known as the Duke and Duchess of York.
By Kristin Contino Published
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King Charles Will Make History and Become First British Monarch in 500 Years to Carry Out This Special Honor
The King's big moment will happen when he travels to Vatican City next week.
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