
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 Kate Reflects on Her "Deeply Personal" Journey of "Healing" From Cancer
The Princess of Wales released a new video as she turned 44 on January 9.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Silvia of Sweden's Magnificent Tiara Is "In a Category of Its Own"
"Few pieces in European royal jewelry feel as majestically ceremonial as the Braganza Tiara."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie Are Andrew's "Only Passport Into the Royal Family," Says Royal Expert
"Andrew wants to keep an eye on what’s going on."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Mary and King Frederik's Daughter Shows Off a Surprising Royal Manicure
Twins Princess Josephine and Prince Vincent posed for new portraits to celebrate their January 8 birthday.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Zara Tindall Brings Back a 2010s Sorority Girl Shoe Trend
Is it time to revive your old favorite sandals?
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Diana Was the Only Royal Who Broke Tradition by Requesting These Special Meals, Says Former Palace Chef
She was ahead of her time.
By Kristin Contino Published
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King Charles "Has Learned to Live With" a "Distorted" Version of the Truth About His Marriage
"He feels he let down not only the monarchy but also himself and Diana by not calling off the wedding," author Robert Jobson writes.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Margaret's Two-Word Quip Revealed Her Feelings About Elizabeth Becoming Queen
Princess Elizabeth's life "changed overnight" after her uncle abdicated the throne.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Elizabeth Called Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Departure "A Missed Opportunity"
"They were either in or out."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate's 44th Birthday Gifts Will Range From "Hand-Me-Downs" to "Silly Presents"
Grant Harrold shares how the "traditional" way the Royal Family celebrates birthdays.
By Kristin Contino Published
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The Future Queen of Spain Pairs Shimmery Pink Makeup With Her Military Uniform
Princess Leonor marked Military Easter with Queen Letizia and King Felipe.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Royal Fans Discover Prince William and Princess Kate Have a New Dog During Snowy Kensington Palace Helicopter Landing
Prince William, Prince George and Princess Charlotte accompanied their two black cocker spaniels to their London home.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince Edward Admitted it was "Impossible to Understand" Why He Waited so "Long" to Propose to Duchess Sophie
"It is slightly nerve-racking in many ways but I am ready for it now," the now-Duchess of Edinburgh said.
By Kristin Contino Published
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The "Tricky" Reason King Charles Wants to Evict Ex-Prince Andrew from Royal Lodge Before Easter
"I don't think he's in any rush to leave."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince George Was Spotted Keeping Himself Busy During a Boring Errand
Even future Kings need to wait around for their grandma.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Former Royal Butler Says These Royals Are "The Most Powerful Armor" in King Charles's "Arsenal"
"It's important for Britain. It's important for America that the Royal Family can prove their worth."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Prince George Showed "Quiet Confidence" on Christmas While Princess Charlotte's Natural "Ease" With Fans Charmed Crowds
"I was so impressed by how well-mannered and how charming they were, how gracefully they carried themselves."
By Kristin Contino Published
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King Charles Could Reunite With Archie and Lilibet Soon
"If you knew about the kind of threats Harry and his children have been getting, then you would understand why he doesn't want to bring the kids over until police protection is granted."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Former Royal Butler Reveals He Once Rescued One of Queen Elizabeth's Drowning Corgis
Paul Burrell tells 'Marie Claire' about a terrifying holiday season incident at Sandringham.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Queen Elizabeth's Most "Admired" Christmas Gift Is So "Practical" You Probably Won't Believe It
Former royal butler Paul Burrell tells 'Marie Claire' that the late Queen loved a "useful" gift.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Former Royal Butler Says Princess Diana's Christmases Were "Close-Knit and Simple"
"She couldn’t stand the protocol," Paul Burrell tells 'Marie Claire' of his former boss.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Royal Expert Reveals the Secret Meaning Behind William and Kate's "Symbolic" Christmas Card Photo
Choosing the right photo is "an important public relations statement," per Richard Fitzwilliams.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Norwegian Royal Family Issues Urgent Update on Future Queen's Health
"I have always hoped that we would be able to keep the disease in check with medication, and the development has actually been quite slow up until now."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Lilibet Shares Princess Charlotte's Shoe Style in Sussex Family Holiday Photo
Lili paired a J.Crew dress with sweet Mary Janes in a new picture Meghan Markle shared on Instagram.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Former Royal Butler Says Harry and William Begged for BB Guns for Christmas
"It caused no end of mischief."
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Gabriella of Monaco Trades Dior for Denim
Princess Charlene and Prince Albert's twins coordinated in beige designer coats and jeans at a Christmas party with local children.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Princess Kate's Daisy Earrings Sold Out—Shop These Royally-Inspired Styles Instead
Pick these daisies before they're gone.
By Christine Ross Published


