
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 Charlotte Joins the Royal Black Watch Tartan Brigade
The Wales family coordinated in shades of olive for their country-chic 2025 card.
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Sarah Ferguson "Has Become a Virtual Recluse" and "Has Nothing Left to Lose"
The former Duchess of York is reportedly "on edge" as she figures out her next move.
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Princess Marie-Chantal Praises William and Kate For Their "Excellent Job" Parenting
The Greek royal, who is also a fashion designer, weighed in on the the Wales kids in a new interview.
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Princess Kate Is Showing Her "Steeliness" Following the "Character Assassination" She Faced in 2024
"This is someone who stared down the abyss."
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Queen Elizabeth "Banned" This "Vicious" Game During Sandringham Christmas Celebrations
"Things have loosened up a bit since the late Queen’s reign," says royal expert Jennie Bond.
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A "Hilarious" Christmas Fire Fiasco Made the Royal Family "Collapse With Laughter"
Paul Burrell tells 'Marie Claire' about one memorable Christmas incident that the Royal Family "never forgot."
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Sarah Ferguson Was Ready to "Tell Stories" About the Royal Family Amid Andrew Divorce
Susan Barrantes admitted that her daughter was prepared to fight back during her split from the former Prince Andrew.
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Former Royal Gardener Reveals the "Amazing" Gifts King Charles Gave Him Over the Years
"I was there for 21 years so I was blessed enough to amass plenty of presents due to the Royal Family’s generosity," says Jack Stooks.
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Sarah Ferguson and Ex-Prince Andrew Won't Have a "Terrible Christmas"
"I [think] they would take advantage of this last Christmas to do all sorts of entertaining there."
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Baby Princess Ines Is the Star of the Swedish Royal Family's Christmas Video
Queen Silvia's youngest grandchild joined her royal cousins to trim the tree.
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Princess Kate and Princess Charlotte Twin in Coordinating Bow-Trimmed Hairstyles for Royal Christmas Lunch
Mom and daughter kept the bow trend going for The King's annual celebration.
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Sarah Ferguson's Mother Said Fergie and Andrew's Marriage Might've Lasted If He Had "Any Character"
Susan Barrantes said that when it came to "character," her former son-in-law had "absolutely none."
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Kate Middleton Turned Down an Unprecedented Christmas Invitation
"She declined. William met her decision with silence."
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A New Ban Has Been Put in Place at Sandringham Ahead of Former Prince Andrew's Move
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor might be at Royal Lodge longer than expected.
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Princess Elisabeth Recycles Her Electrifying National Day Dress
The future queen of Belgium chose a neon green outfit for her family's 2025 holiday photo.
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British Police Release Statement Regarding Investigation Into Former Prince Andrew
The Metropolitan Police Service launched an inquiry into allegations that Andrew used a taxpayer-funded protection officer to investigate Virginia Giuffre.
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Queen Elizabeth and Princess Anne Both Cried in Public at This Event 28 Years Ago
December 11, 1997 marked an emotional moment for the Royal Family.
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King Charles Delivers a Surprising "Good News" Update on His Cancer Treatment
The 77-year-old King delivered a video message during the Stand Up to Cancer telethon in the U.K.
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Queen Camilla's Handsome New Equerry Proves He's a Royal "Treasure"
The Queen welcomed kids from two of her beloved patronages to experience some holiday magic at Clarence House.
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Ex-Prince Andrew Leaves Exile to Attend Princess Beatrice's Daughter's Christening
The former Duke of York joined Sarah Ferguson at Athena Mapelli Mozzi's christening on December 12.
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Princess Catharina-Amalia Makes a 146-Year-Old Tiara and Necklace Look Modern
It's giving Heart of the Ocean.
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William and Harry Played a "Hilarious" Corgi-Related Christmas Prank on Queen Elizabeth
Paul Burrell shares that the late Queen was initially "alarmed" but laughed off her grandsons' practical joke.
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King Charles Is "Increasingly at Ease With Himself" as He Moves Into the Christmas Season
"The King seems genuinely drawn to the tradition and symbolism that define royal events."
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Praise "Bold" Social Media Ban
"Children currently have no right to privacy and no expectation of safety, and they’ve been hooked."
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Swedish Court Confirms Princess Sofia Met Jeffrey Epstein "On a Few Occasions"
The palace denied Princess Sofia was offered "help from Epstein with acting training."
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Princess Charlotte and Princess Kate Agree This Trendy Hair Accessory Is a Christmas Must-Have
Charlotte's carol concert hairstyle took inspiration from her mom.
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Pippa Middleton's Farm Park Is Celebrating With One Relatable Christmas Tradition
It's a treat that Pippa's kids Grace, Rose and Arthur might enjoy at home, too.
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