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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Queen Sonja Chooses a Sentimental Tiara From King Harald“What may once have looked understated now looks unmistakably precious," Eddie LeVian tells 'Marie Claire.'
By Kristin Contino
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Sarah Ferguson Is "Sorting Through 40 Years of Boxes" After Royal Lodge EvictionThe former Duchess of York is starting over in England.
By Kristin Contino
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Prince George's Sporty School Break Plans RevealedThe 13-year-old is enjoying time off with his dad.
By Kristin Contino
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One Photo Revealed the Truth About Diana and Charles's Failing MarriageArthur Edwards said he knew one revealing photo "would be on page one because it definitely did not need a caption."
By Kristin Contino
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Queen Camilla Reveals Her Favorite "Pure and Wholesome" Car SnackKing Charles is also a fan of the royally-approved treat.
By Kristin Contino
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Harriet Sperling Shares the Inspiration Behind Her "Dream" Wedding DressPrincess Anne's new daughter-in-law said she was "so thrilled" with her Emilia Wickstead design.
By Kristin Contino
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Princess Diana Delivered a Brutal Comeback About Her "Boyish" HaircutArthur Edwards shares the hilarious story in a new book chronicling his 50-plus-year career.
By Kristin Contino
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One Member of the Royal Family Keeps King Charles "Sane," Says Royal ExpertThe monarch has "a very strong support system," according to Phil Dampier.
By Kristin Contino
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Queen Elizabeth’s Face “Lit Up” About Horses and One Surprising TopicAuthor Daphne du Maurier reflected on how the late Queen differed from Prince Philip in conversation.
By Kristin Contino
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Queen Camilla Couldn't Stop Laughing During "Royal Rain Gate"The King couldn't find an umbrella during an unexpected downpour in Antigua and Barbuda.
By Kristin Contino
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Harriet Sperling Says She Can Go to One "Open-Hearted" Royal for AdviceIn her first interview, Princess Anne's new daughter-in-law says she's been given an "incredible" welcome from the Royal Family.
By Kristin Contino
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Queen Elizabeth Once Suggested the Help of a Family Mentor for Meghan MarkleAccording to Gyles Brandreth, the late Queen was "very keen" to help Meghan.
By Kristin Contino
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Exclusive: Royal Historian Says Princess Diana Tore the Royal Family's "Cinderella" Myth "to Pieces"Kate Williams shares why the late royal turned the fairytale myth on its head.
By Kristin Contino
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Prince William Reacts to Some Terrifying News About His Country HouseApparently, it's par for the course.
By Kristin Contino
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Queen Camilla Shares a Terrifying Ghost Story from a Royal ResidenceHer Majesty refused to come back to the property for "years."
By Kristin Contino
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Sarah Ferguson Reveals Her "Shut Up and Eat" Philosophy With Queen ElizabethPrincess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie had "three sets of table manners."
By Kristin Contino
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Sarah Ferguson Makes First Public Appearance Since Epstein ScandalThe former Duchess of York is back in the public eye after hiding out abroad.
By Kristin Contino
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One Royal Tried and Failed to "Broker Reconciliation" With Harry and WilliamTheir efforts “came to naught.”
By Kristin Contino
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Royal Source Says Prince Harry Is Taking Prince William and King Charles's Roles "Into Account" With Upcoming Public EventsAn insider said that the Duke of Sussex doesn't want to "pull focus" from his family.
By Kristin Contino
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King Charles Just Got a Surprisingly Casual Addition to His WardrobeHe couldn't help but laugh at the "generous'" gift.
By Kristin Contino
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Princess Kate Holds a Role the Public "Wouldn't Allow" Marie Antoinette to BeKate Williams tells 'Marie Claire' that the Princess of Wales "has used image very effectively and very strategically.”
By Kristin Contino
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Prince William's "Position Hasn't Changed" About One Tradition He Might BreakThe comments come as King Charles begins his controversial Caribbean tour.
By Kristin Contino
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Duchess Sophie Puts a 2026 Spin on Princess Diana's Balmoral Honeymoon OutfitThe late royal's former sister-in-law channeled one of her most memorable looks during a trip to Finland.
By Kristin Contino
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Queen Elizabeth Was the “OG Model” for How to Build a Royal BrandIn her new book, royal historian Kate Williams says the monarchy’s greatest female figures built their power through image.
By Kristin Contino
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This Royal "Brings a Whole New Fan Base" to the Family, Says Former ButlerGrant Harrold opens up about one "huge asset" to the monarchy.
By Kristin Contino
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Queen Maxima Secretly Dances at a DJ Set With Princess AlexiaAlexa: Play "Dancing Queen."
By Kristin Contino
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Carole and Michael Middleton's Parenting Ensured Princess Kate Became the Monarchy's “Golden Key,” Says Royal AuthorThe Princess of Wales was raised with one trait in mind, says biographer Ingrid Seward.
By Kristin Contino


