
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 Says It Would Be "Very Strange" If Prince George "Stopped" One Royal "Tradition"
Grant Harrold shared that if George bucked tradition, it would "be quite significant."
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Princess Diana's Nieces Are Real-Life Barbies in Pink Gowns and Diamond Jewels
Princess Diana's nieces shined at London's answer to the Met Gala.
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Princess Charlene Plays With Proportions in an Oversized '80s-Inspired Suit
The Monégasque royal took a menswear-inspired outfit for a spin.
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Princess Diana's Nephew Is Starring in His First Film—And Has Ditched Spencer In Favor of a Stage Name
Viscount Althorp is heir to the family's incredible fortune.
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Princess Diana's Sloane Ranger Style Has Never Been Easier to Recreate With These Cozy Knits
Pearls and silk scarves at the ready.
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Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson to Give Up Royal Titles Amid Epstein Scandals and "Huge Pressure" From King Charles
The pair will no longer be known as the Duke and Duchess of York.
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King Charles Will Make History and Become First British Monarch in 500 Years to Carry Out This Special Honor
The King's big moment will happen when he travels to Vatican City next week.
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Meghan Markle Masters the Modern Power Suit at Star-Studded Female Empowerment Dinner
She brought new ideas (and her new wine) to the table.
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Princess Kate's Countryside Style Plays Perfectly Into Fall 2025's Horse Girl Trend
You don't have to be an equestrian to appreciate her elevated outdoor pieces.
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Princess Diana Ate This Healthy Meal "Two or Three Times a Week" But Wouldn't Eat One Dish "At All"
Former royal chef Darren McGrady dished on Diana's favorite foods.
By Kristin Contino Published
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King Charles Has Been "Tucking Away" Money Since His £17 Million Divorce
But surprisingly, he's not a billionaire.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William Faces a Huge "Quandry" That Could "Further Hurt" Certain Family Members
It might be up to William to "wield the axe."
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Prince William and Princess Kate Turned Down a Surprising, Quirky New Role For Prince Louis
Maybe one day.
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Princess Charlotte Holds a Very Important Role "For the First Time in British History"
Girls rule.
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Two Royals Will Likely Never "Complicate" Life and Transition to Full-Time Work
One royal expert weighed in on why it wouldn't make sense.
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Princess Eugenie Slips Into the Satin Skirt Trend
The royal supported a cause close to her heart with Princess Rajwa of Jordan.
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Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis Are Facing an "Imminent" and "Fun" Change
It will mark a "fresh start" for the family.
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Elton John Said Princess Diana Was "A Real Gossip" and "Incredibly Indiscreet"
Nothing brings people together like forced dancing.
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Meghan Markle Talks Business in an Ivory Blouse and Leather Pencil Skirt
The Duchess of Sussex discussed her As ever brand and Netflix deal in Washington, D.C.
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Princess Beatrice Goes From $60 Zara Sneakers to a Shimmering Dress By One of Princess Kate's Favorite Brands
The Vampire's Wife lives on.
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Princess Kate Swaps a Tailored McQueen Coat For Barbour Jacket and 20-Year-Old Boots
The Princess of Wales brought back some familiar favorites while meeting locals with Prince William.
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Princess Beatrice Looks Immortally Glam in a Shimmering Vampire's Wife Gown at New York Wedding
She resurrected a favorite dress for her friend's high society nuptials.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Leans Into Fall 2025's Striped Shirt Trend In a Favorite Ralph Lauren Blouse
The Duchess of Sussex is visiting NYC to honor World Mental Health Day.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince William and Prince Harry Both Launch New Initiatives on World Mental Health Day
The Prince and Princess of Wales and Duke and Duchess of Sussex have all championed mental health causes over the years.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Meghan Markle Skips a Gown and Steals the Show in a Sleek Armani Power Suit
The Duchess of Sussex joined Prince Harry for a rare red carpet appearance in NYC.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate Embraces Fall's Olive Green Trend in a Spice Girl-Coded Suit
Just call her Olive Spice.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Royal Author Says Prince William Finds One Royal Tradition "Slightly Embarrassing" and "Ridiculous"
Don't be surprised if some dated royal practices go out the window.
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