Angélique Angarni-Filopon, representing Martinique, has been crowned Miss France 2025, marking a historic moment as the oldest winner in the pageant’s history at 34 years old. The competition, held at the Futuroscope in Poitiers and broadcast live on TF1, made headlines this year by abolishing age restrictions for participants.
This monumental change paved the way for Angélique, a flight attendant who had previously competed in 2011, to take another shot at the title. Overcome with emotion, she addressed the audience, saying, “When I won the Miss Martinique contest, I told the people of Martinique that we were going to do it together. And we did it together! Thank you!”
Table of Contents
- A Milestone in Modernizing Beauty Pageants
- Final Results
- The Crown: A Masterpiece of Elegance
- Looking Ahead
A Milestone in Modernizing Beauty Pageants
Miss Martinique 2024’s victory is emblematic of the competition’s modernization efforts, challenging outdated norms. Previously, women over 24 were barred from participating, but the revised rules allowed contestants aged 18 to 34 to compete this year. Angélique’s journey resonates with women who have been told it’s “too late” to achieve their dreams.
“In 2011, a 20-year-old young woman came first runner-up in the Miss Martinique competition. Today, it is this same 34-year-old young woman who stands before you to represent Martinique, its diaspora, and all the women once told it was too late,” Angélique said during her emotional speech.
The Miss France jury, chaired by renowned singer Sylvie Vartan, was composed entirely of women, including Olympic champion Marie-José Pérec, stylist Cristina Cordula, and former Miss France Flora Coquerel.
Final Results
The competition’s runners-up were:
- Miss Nord-Pas-de-Calais, Sabah Aïb (18 years old)
- Miss Corsica, Stella Vangioni (27 years old)
- Miss Guadeloupe, Moïra André (27 years old)
- Miss Côte d’Azur, Lilou Emeline-Artuso (21 years old)
The Crown: A Masterpiece of Elegance
Angélique’s victory was accompanied by the unveiling of this year’s Miss France crown, a work of art crafted by Parisian jeweler Mauboussin. Named “Beautiful, Moving, and Spiritual, France,” the crown features a silver structure adorned with 534 stones, including 34 diamonds, amethysts, and pink tourmalines.
The centerpiece, a pear-shaped amethyst weighing 49.03 carats, highlights the crown’s regal and spiritual design. The intricate creation required over 330 hours of meticulous craftsmanship and took eight months to complete. Alongside the crown, the winner received a matching jewelry set called Como 1953, including a pendant, earrings, and a ring.
Mauboussin CEO Alain Némarq explained the significance of this year’s design: “The spirit of the times is changing. After celebrating youth last year, I opted for a more royal and spiritual bearing.”
Looking Ahead
Angélique’s win not only crowns her as Miss France but also symbolizes progress in the world of beauty pageants. Despite criticism from feminist associations calling the tradition outdated, the competition’s willingness to evolve suggests a commitment to inclusivity and broader representation.
As Miss France 2025, Angélique Angarni-Filopon is poised to inspire millions with her journey and reign, embodying elegance, perseverance, and the spirit of modern womanhood.
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