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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Jennifer Garner Shares Her Mom Told Her Don't "Marry a Man Thinking You Can Change Him" Ahead of Spending Thanksgiving With Ben Affleck
"I'm gonna really work on that one."
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One Royal Just Revealed a Secret Part of Princess Kate's Christmas Carol Concert That Viewers Don't Get to See
We demand to know more.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle’s Favorite Rothy's Flats Are on Major Sale for Black Friday
They also come editor-approved.
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Royal Expert Reveals Princess Anne and Queen Camilla Share "Secrets" and "History" Despite Queen's Role Being "Tricky'" for Anne
The royal sisters-in-law share one major thing in common.
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This Royal Just Shared the Sweetest Detail about Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip's Christmas Tradition
"Of course" they joined in, the royal said.
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Queen Camilla Holds Emotional Meeting With Domestic Abuse Survivors
The Queen said she would campaign for change until she's "able to no more."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Lady Amelia Spencer Steals a Styling Trick From Kate Middleton's Playbook
Amelia and twin sister Eliza Spencer delivered holiday party inspo in pearls and damask.
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Royal Photographer Reveals the Touching Sacrifice Prince Philip Made for Queen Elizabeth in His 90s
The couple would have celebrated their 77th anniversary on Nov. 20.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Jennifer Aniston Shares an Inside Peek at Her "Friendsgiving" with a Special 'Friends' Co-star
Break out the Thanksgiving pants.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Diana's Iconic Revenge Dress Wasn't the First Time the Royal Shocked in a Low-Cut Black Number
"I was quite big-chested then, and they all got frightfully excited,” Diana said.
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Why Queen Elizabeth's Death Cost This Pop Star "Millions of Dollars"
"There's no insurance for the death of The Queen."
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Queen Letizia Takes a Move From Queen Elizabeth's Playbook in Spectacular New Annie Leibovitz Portrait
We're bowing down.
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Prince Harry and Mike Tindall's Friend Opens Up on Encounters with "Dysfunctional" Royal Family: "Some Aren't as Great as Others"
English rugby legend James Haskell shared his thoughts on royalty (and an "inappropriate" Prince Andrew joke) in a new interview.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William Steps Out in Army Fatigues and Sends Fans Into a Frenzy: “HRH Looks Extra Damn Hot”
"I love this new era of William."
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King Charles Reveals His Emotional Christmas Gift for Queen Camilla
It's royally sweet.
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Princess Diana's Brother Shares Rare Unseen Family Photograph of His Late Sister
Earl Spencer posted a 1972 snapshot on Instagram.
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Kate Middleton is Confirmed to Make a Major Royal Appearance in December Ahead of Christmas Concert
We're royally excited.
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Kate Middleton Reportedly Wants to Change One "Weird" Royal Christmas Tradition in Favor of a More "Relaxed" and "Middle Class" Holiday
"It is definitely going to be got rid of when they are officially running things."
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Cher Reveals She Didn't Know Her Real Name Until She Was in Her Thirties
The pop legend was "shocked" when she found out the truth.
By Kristin Contino Published
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King Charles Might Take Back Some of the "Treasures" From Brother Prince Andrew's Home in Ongoing Battle Over Royal Lodge
One author says there's a possibility the Royal Collection Trust could "start taking the paintings and some of the furniture away."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Why Queen Camilla Met up With a Spice Girl at Buckingham Palace
Friendship never ends!
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Camilla Forced to Back Out of Star-Studded Royal Event Due to "Lingering" Illness
Get well soon, Your Majesty.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Exclusive: Meghan Markle Hosts Heartfelt Holiday Dinner for Afghan Women Starting New Lives in America
The Duchess of Sussex sat down with ‘Marie Claire’ to discuss the Archewell Foundation’s Welcome Project and her own holiday traditions with Prince Harry, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Cher Reveals the "Fiasco" That Ensued When She Performed for Princess Margaret in 1965: "I Was Mortified"
"It was like a bad dream that we couldn’t get out of; we just had to stand there and wait for it to be over."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Camilla Just Received a Special Honor from a Surprising Member of the Royal Family
Love this for them.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Launching Major New Project in December
Get ready for some action.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Royal Expert Says to "Never Underestimate" Princess Kate's Ability to Pull Out a Major "Surprise" During Upcoming Holiday Event
Merry Katemas!
By Kristin Contino Published