
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 Charlene Pays Tribute to Grace Kelly in Black and White Gown
The Monegasque royals shared a sweet moment in France.
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Queen Elizabeth Proved She Was in on the Joke During Hilarious Speech Where She Made Fun of Herself
Prince Philip definitely would've approved.
By Kristin Contino Published
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A Royal Superfan Is Planning to Eat a Slice of Queen Elizabeth’s 1947 Wedding Cake
It's...a choice.
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King Charles Gave President Macron a Hilarious Warning About the Royal Dogs During French State Visit
Queen Elizabeth's legacy continues.
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Duchess Sophie’s Sparkling Aquamarine State Banquet Tiara Is Hiding a Clever Trick
Her hair is full of secrets.
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Princess Anne Pairs a 1970s Tiara With a Surprising New Hairstyle at French State Banquet
Even the Princess Royal switches up her coiffure sometimes.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate Breaks Her Tiara Drought in Dramatic Red Caped Gown
It's her first state banquet since 2023.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Diana and Princess Kate's Favorite Superga Sneakers Are Majorly Marked Down For Amazon Prime Day
Snag a royally good deal this summer.
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Princess Diana's Niece Embraces Roman Holiday Style in Gucci and Aquazzura
Princess Diana's niece is soaking up la dolce vita.
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Princess Kate Delivers a French Fashion Rewind in Vintage-Inspired Dior Blazer
Ooh la la.
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Queen Elizabeth Was Considered "Dull" by Many and Didn't "Have a Lot to Say"—But it Was a Strategic Move at Times
She said it best when she said nothing at all.
By Kristin Contino Published
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This Surprising Royal Was “The Most Popular” Among Staff
"They all love him."
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Duchess Sophie Goes from Memorial Service Appropriate to Wimbledon Cool With a Simple Blazer Swap
The Duchess of Edinburgh made a quick change.
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Pippa Middleton Wears Duchess Sophie's Favorite Summer Shoe Trend
Princess Kate's sister enjoyed a rare outing with her husband at the British Grand Prix.
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Carole and Michael Middleton Are Joined by a Surprising Royal Pal at Wimbledon
Princess Kate's parents enjoyed a date at the championships.
By Kristin Contino Published
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FBI Completes Jeffrey Epstein Probe With a Final Verdict on Prince Andrew Investigation
The Duke of York has denied any wrongdoing over the years.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Diana Was the Original Wimbledon It Girl
Sunnies and shaggy cuts forever.
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Princess Margaret Ended Up Giving Queen Elizabeth Advice After "Ironic" Role "Reversal"
"This is not how anyone could ever have seen things turning out."
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A Horse Accident Will Alter Military Plans for the Future Queen of the Netherlands
The Dutch royal family revealed Princess Catharina-Amalia's next move.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Diana Was Planning a Harry and Meghan-Style "Media Content Deal"
The late royal "was focused on repositioning herself as a woman of substance."
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Duchess Sophie's Easy, Breezy Summer Uniform Is a Floaty Floral Dress With Designer Espadrille Wedges
Just add ice cream.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Sarah Ferguson Changed Up Royal Ascot Appearance to Avoid Awkward Prince Andrew Moment
The Duchess of York is said to have avoided one aspect of Royal Ascot.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince George, Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte's Baby Cousin Doesn't Share One Middleton Trait
Inigo Middleton is soaking up the warm weather.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate Gets Candid About Life After Cancer and Struggling to "Function Normally "
The royal admitted that it's "really, really difficult."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Beatrice Pulls Off a Vampire's Wife Resurrection in Navy Gown
Great fashion is immortal.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Former Butler Shares What Really Happened on the Royal Train
Grant Harrold shares some "cheeky" stories from aboard the historic locomotive.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William Receives a Rock Star Welcome on Princess Diana's Birthday
The Prince of Wales wants to help people who have been "screwed by society."
By Kristin Contino Published