
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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Princess Diana Was "The Closest" She'd "Ever Been" to King Charles While Pregnant With Harry
The late princess told biographer Andrew Morton how her relationship changed ahead of her second son's arrival.
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The Press Begged Princess Diana to "Act Like a F-ing Princess"
Jeans and tees weren't enough for the media.
By Kristin Contino Published
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This Royal Bride "Didn't Know Anyone at My Wedding"
"I had my best pals there but basically it was full of faces I’d never seen before."
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Princess Charlotte Had a "Magical" Moment With Trailblazing Female Army Officer, Who Has Died at 28
Elizabeth Godwin spoke about her special encounter with Charlotte during the coronation.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Beatrice Honors 9/11 Victims in Classic Black Ralph Lauren Shirt Dress
The princess helped raise millions for charity on the anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince Harry Says He Had to "Check With My Wife" Before Surprise Visit to Ukraine
The Duke of Sussex is in Kyiv to help injured military personnel through The Invictus Games Foundation.
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Prince Harry Reflects on Princess Diana's Legacy After Reunion With King Charles
The Duke of Sussex supported the only charity named in his mother's honor.
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Kate Middleton Just Pulled Off Some Serious Hair Wizardry With "Effortless" 10-Second Updo
No hair tie or clip needed for this princess.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate Continues Her Plaid Kick in a Gray Power Suit
The Princess of Wales also added a tribute to her kids to her latest look.
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Queen Elizabeth Asked Doctors to Keep Her "Alive" For One Event
Paul Burrell revealed the story in his upcoming book, 'The Royal Insider.'
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William Shares How Prince George Is "Different" at Home
The Prince of Wales also shared what a "character" Prince Louis is these days.
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Prince William and Prince Harry Carry Out Separate U.K. Engagements
The Duke of Sussex is making the longest trip to his homeland since 2022.
By Kristin Contino Published
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The King's "Italian Secret Weapon" Is Transforming Sustainable Fashion
Frederico Marchetti, founder of Yoox Net-a-Porter Group, tells 'Marie Claire' about his "odd couple" relationship with King Charles.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Eugenie Brings Back Her Dotted Dress for a Night Out in Seoul
This dress does it all.
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Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella of Monaco Have the Cutest Tween Backpacks
Prince Albert and Princess Charlene surprised fans with some sweet new photos.
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Princess Kate "Had to Learn the Hard Way" About Picky William's Desserts
The Prince of Wales admitted he's picky when it comes to his desserts.
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Kate Middleton Is Back to Brunette and On Trend for Fall 2025 in a New Plaid Dress
The Prince and Princess of Wales made a surprise appearance on the third anniversary of Queen Elizabeth's death.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate Reveals Prince George "Already" Wears the Same Shoe Size as Her
The royal admitted "it only feels like yesterday" that her kids were born.
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Princess Diana Was The Original Queen of Fall's Regal Purple Trend
From lavender to bright violet, no one did purple like Diana.
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One Family Member "Raised Hell" Over William and Harry Walking Behind Diana's Coffin
Prince Harry revealed the negotiations behind his mother's funeral plans in 'Spare.'
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The Duchess of Kent Has Died at 92
She passed away at her Kensington Palace home on September 4.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Former Royal Chef Reveals Why Queen Elizabeth Would Have "Thrown the Menu Book"
Darren McGrady revealed that it was "a challenge" to expand the late Queen's culinary horizons.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate Is Confirmed to Attend a Fan-Favorite Event
The Princess of Wales has penned another 2025 event in her diary.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Giorgio Armani Was Working on a Secret Gown for Princess Diana Before Her 1997 Death
The legendary fashion designer died at the age of 91 on September 4.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Märtha Louise and Shaman Husband Durek Verrett to Star in Netflix Documentary
The unlikely couple stars in a new Netflix documentary.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate Returns From Summer Break in a Tweed Blazer and Suede Loafers
The Princess of Wales debuted a fresh hair color and autumn-ready separates at London's Natural History Museum.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Royal Butler Reveals Kate Middleton's Sweet Gesture For King Charles's Staff
"What you see is what you get with her, she has a lovely way about her."
By Kristin Contino Published