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Eléa
A quiet long-distance runner committed to feminism, she grasped the scale of her adventure the moment she first stepped onto the stage at La Panne.
Text The info-shooting editorial team
Photos Eric ’t Kindt · photos supplied by Eléa Colasuonno
Based on interviews published by info-lux.com in August and September 2026
Eléa Colasuonno is 18 when info-lux.com meets her in August 2026. She is competing for the Miss Brabant wallon title, part of Miss Belgique 2027.
Each province, and Brussels, first chooses its Miss and runners-up; the winners then go through to the national final.
Listening above all
Her greatest quality, in her view, is emotional intelligence. Eléa says she can easily put herself in other people's shoes, listening without judging.
Those close to her know it. They come to her with their problems, confident that she will listen and give them kind advice.
Feminism as a cause
The cause closest to her heart is feminism. For her, equal rights and opportunities for women and men, along with mutual respect, are essential.
Attitudes are changing, she acknowledges, but inequality and discrimination still persist. The subject ties in with her own values: respect, justice and equality.
Twenty to thirty kilometres
Her talent is less obvious. Eléa can run 20 to 30 kilometres without stopping, which often surprises those around her.
Running lets her push herself, clear her head and go beyond her limits. It has taught her patience, perseverance and discipline. She is proud of it, even if she rarely talks about it.
The first step on stage
On Saturday 19 September 2026, in La Panne, Eléa Colasuonno is named second runner-up to Miss Brabant wallon. The highlight of her evening comes the moment she walks on stage.
The most memorable moment of the evening was my first step on stage: when I saw the audience, I realised what I was really living.
Eléa Colasuonno, September 2026
The experience also revealed a strength she never suspected she had.
I’ve always loved a challenge, but this experience made me realise I could achieve my dreams when I was truly motivated.
Eléa Colasuonno, September 2026
Two sources of inspiration
Along the way, two people made a lasting impression on her. First, the contestants’ dance teacher, for his energy.
He always tries to stay cheerful and shows us what to do and what not to do. He has always given valuable advice, and his motivation and energy have been a real inspiration to me.
Eléa Colasuonno, September 2026
Then Olga, whose journey at Miss Belgique 2026 still inspires her.
She shows us that a Miss is not just about appearance but above all a good person on the inside.
Eléa Colasuonno, September 2026
Next step: the Miss Belgique 2027 national final.
Eléa in the media
Contestant portrait, feature, winner interview: her articles from 2026, oldest to most recent.
· info-lux.com
Eléa Colasuonno, 18, Miss Brabant wallon 2027 contestant: emotional intelligence and long-distance running
Her contestant profile, as told to Noémie Martin.
· info-lux.com
Miss Belgique 2027: the 15 contestants from Wallonia and Brussels, province by province
The feature on the contestants, with Eric ’t Kindt’s official portraits.
· info-lux.com
Eléa Colasuonno, second runner-up Miss Brabant wallon 2027
The interview after the final on 19 September in La Panne.
· info-lux.com
Miss Belgique 2027: the winners of the provincial pageants in La Panne
The results province by province and interviews with ten winners.
Eléa’s gallery
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2026 · Miss Brabant wallon candidate
19 September 2026 · Pageant night, in La Panne
Model profile: Eléa Colasuonno on info-shooting. To propose a photo shoot or casting, write to the editorial team, who will pass it on.
Photographer for the official portrait: Eric ’t Kindt’s portfolio.
On info-lux.com (in French): her contestant profile (August 2026) and her post-pageant interview (September 2026).
Sources: portrait and interview by Noémie Martin for info-lux.com (August and September 2026); contestants’ feature and provincial-round results published by info-lux.com. Each photo is credited in its caption.
