
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
-

Princess Kate Shares a "Good for My Soul" Activity With a Fan
The Princess of Wales revealed one thing that lifts her spirits.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Ex-Prince Andrew Has Officially Moved Out of Royal Lodge
"He had to be removed from the public eye."
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Queen Máxima Makes a "Quietly Powerful" Statement in Her Wedding Earrings on 24th Anniversary, Says Jewelry Expert
"You don’t need novelty when legacy already exists," Oliver Hobart tells 'Marie Claire.'
By Kristin Contino Published
-

The King's Sandringham Estate Has One Unusual "Ban" In Place
The former Duke of York shouldn't have a problem following this rule.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Princess Kate Takes Inspiration From Diana With This Fashion Trick
Designer Tyler Ellis tells 'Marie Claire' that "elegance doesn’t require constant novelty."
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Princess Kate Discusses Her New Puppy for the First Time
It's a boy!
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Prince Edward Makes Rare Comment About Andrew's Epstein Scandal
The Duke of Edinburgh is the first member of the Royal Family to comment on the latest release of files.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Princess Kate Goes Retro in a 1960s Orange Coat Paired With Olive Green Separates
The royal headed to Wales to showcase the best of British manufacturing.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Soccer Mom Princess Kate Was "Totally Informal" as She Cheered for Prince Louis
"If the parents had flags, they'd be waving them."
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Norway's Royal Family Faces Its "Biggest Crisis Ever"
Crown Princess Mette-Marit has been dropped by one of her patronages as the family faces new scandals.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Queen Camilla Sent a "Deliberate" Message With Her Brooch Amid Andrew Scandal
"In moments like this, jewelry isn’t about embellishment—it’s about authority without excess."
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie are "Mortified" About Epstein Files
Sarah Ferguson and Andrew Mountbatten Windsor's daughters are mentioned in "embarrassing" emails.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Queen Elizabeth Was "Cool About" Prince William's "Embarrassing" Moment
The Prince of Wales shared his faux pas during a documentary about his late grandmother.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Queen Mary Styles Winter's Most Regal Cape Dress With Her Second Tiara in a Week
The Danish queen went for rich maroon and sparkling diamonds at a state banquet in Lithuania.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

King Charles Made a Rare, "Deeply Political Intervention" with Donald Trump
The King is being questioned for dipping into world politics.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Princess Kate Reveals Princess Charlotte Doesn't Officially Play One Sport She's "Very Competitive" About at Forest Lodge
The Wales family are big fans.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Princess Kate Once Revealed Queen Elizabeth's Most "Fantastic" Quality
The Princess of Wales shared what she appreciated most about the late monarch in a 2016 documentary.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

"Even Princess Diana" Didn't Celebrate This "Silly Holiday"
"It’s not a proper holiday," says former palace chef Darren McGrady.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Princess Charlene Debuts a "Scintillating" $42,000 Tiffany & Co. Brooch and Louis Vuitton Bag Following Her 48th Birthday
The diamond-accented design is meant to mimic golden flames.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Prince William and Princess Kate Are Considering Schools Other Than Eton for George
Eton College might be on William and Kate's "doorstep," but the boarding school is facing some competition.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Marius Borg Høiby Faces 6 New Charges Ahead of Rape Trial
An emotional Crown Prince Haakon spoke to the press ahead of his stepson Marius Borg Høiby's shocking trial.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Princess Kate Reveals Her "Playful" Kids' Musical Hobbies
The Princess of Wales opened up about the power of creativity during a visit to Family Action.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Queen Camilla Brings Back Queen Victoria’s 129-Year-Old Brooch
"The absence of excess is intentional," jewelry pro Nilesh Rakholia tells 'Marie Claire.'
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Princess Beatrice and Her Daughter Joined Ex-Prince Andrew For a Horse Ride
"She is there for her father whenever he needs her."
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Princess Kate Swaps Her Bouncy Curls for a Casual Side Braid During Rugby Visit
The Princess of Wales switched up her style during a busy day of royal events.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Former Prince Andrew Will Be Served By a "Skeleton Staff"
A source says "it's not realistic" for Andrew to expect the same number of employees at Marsh Farm.
By Kristin Contino Published
-

Lady Eliza Spencer Wears the Perfect Bridal White Mini for Her Engagement Party
The Spencer sisters celebrated Eliza's engagement in style.
By Kristin Contino Published


