
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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Former Royal Butler Reveals He Once Rescued One of Queen Elizabeth's Drowning Corgis
Paul Burrell tells 'Marie Claire' about a terrifying holiday season incident at Sandringham.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Elizabeth's Most "Admired" Christmas Gift Is So "Practical" You Probably Won't Believe It
Former royal butler Paul Burrell tells 'Marie Claire' that the late Queen loved a "useful" gift.
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Former Royal Butler Says Princess Diana's Christmases Were "Close-Knit and Simple"
"She couldn’t stand the protocol," Paul Burrell tells 'Marie Claire' of his former boss.
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Royal Expert Reveals the Secret Meaning Behind William and Kate's "Symbolic" Christmas Card Photo
Choosing the right photo is "an important public relations statement," per Richard Fitzwilliams.
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Norwegian Royal Family Issues Urgent Update on Future Queen's Health
"I have always hoped that we would be able to keep the disease in check with medication, and the development has actually been quite slow up until now."
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Princess Lilibet Shares Princess Charlotte's Shoe Style in Sussex Family Holiday Photo
Lili paired a J.Crew dress with sweet Mary Janes in a new picture Meghan Markle shared on Instagram.
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Former Royal Butler Says Harry and William Begged for BB Guns for Christmas
"It caused no end of mischief."
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Princess Gabriella of Monaco Trades Dior for Denim
Princess Charlene and Prince Albert's twins coordinated in beige designer coats and jeans at a Christmas party with local children.
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Princess Kate's Daisy Earrings Sold Out—Shop These Royally-Inspired Styles Instead
Pick these daisies before they're gone.
By Christine Ross Published
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Princess Charlotte Joins the Royal Black Watch Tartan Brigade
The Wales family coordinated in shades of olive for their country-chic 2025 card.
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Sarah Ferguson "Has Become a Virtual Recluse" and "Has Nothing Left to Lose"
The former Duchess of York is reportedly "on edge" as she figures out her next move.
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Princess Marie-Chantal Praises William and Kate For Their "Excellent Job" Parenting
The Greek royal, who is also a fashion designer, weighed in on the the Wales kids in a new interview.
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Princess Kate Is Showing Her "Steeliness" Following the "Character Assassination" She Faced in 2024
"This is someone who stared down the abyss."
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Queen Elizabeth "Banned" This "Vicious" Game During Sandringham Christmas Celebrations
"Things have loosened up a bit since the late Queen’s reign," says royal expert Jennie Bond.
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A "Hilarious" Christmas Fire Fiasco Made the Royal Family "Collapse With Laughter"
Paul Burrell tells 'Marie Claire' about one memorable Christmas incident that the Royal Family "never forgot."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Sarah Ferguson Was Ready to "Tell Stories" About the Royal Family Amid Andrew Divorce
Susan Barrantes admitted that her daughter was prepared to fight back during her split from the former Prince Andrew.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Former Royal Gardener Reveals the "Amazing" Gifts King Charles Gave Him Over the Years
"I was there for 21 years so I was blessed enough to amass plenty of presents due to the Royal Family’s generosity," says Jack Stooks.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Sarah Ferguson and Ex-Prince Andrew Won't Have a "Terrible Christmas"
"I [think] they would take advantage of this last Christmas to do all sorts of entertaining there."
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Baby Princess Ines Is the Star of the Swedish Royal Family's Christmas Video
Queen Silvia's youngest grandchild joined her royal cousins to trim the tree.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate and Princess Charlotte Twin in Coordinating Bow-Trimmed Hairstyles for Royal Christmas Lunch
Mom and daughter kept the bow trend going for The King's annual celebration.
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Sarah Ferguson's Mother Said Fergie and Andrew's Marriage Might've Lasted If He Had "Any Character"
Susan Barrantes said that when it came to "character," her former son-in-law had "absolutely none."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Kate Middleton Turned Down an Unprecedented Christmas Invitation
"She declined. William met her decision with silence."
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A New Ban Has Been Put in Place at Sandringham Ahead of Former Prince Andrew's Move
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor might be at Royal Lodge longer than expected.
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Princess Elisabeth Recycles Her Electrifying National Day Dress
The future queen of Belgium chose a neon green outfit for her family's 2025 holiday photo.
By Kristin Contino Published
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British Police Release Statement Regarding Investigation Into Former Prince Andrew
The Metropolitan Police Service launched an inquiry into allegations that Andrew used a taxpayer-funded protection officer to investigate Virginia Giuffre.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Elizabeth and Princess Anne Both Cried in Public at This Event 28 Years Ago
December 11, 1997 marked an emotional moment for the Royal Family.
By Kristin Contino Published
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King Charles Delivers a Surprising "Good News" Update on His Cancer Treatment
The 77-year-old King delivered a video message during the Stand Up to Cancer telethon in the U.K.
By Kristin Contino Published


