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Retail, fashion and Lorraine: at 19, Kenza Settif entered the Miss Élégance Nationale Lorraine pageant to stand up for her values.
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Photos Michel Fouarge · 2 la X Photographie · photos supplied by Kenza
Based on articles published by info-lux.com in January and February 2025
In January 2025, Kenza Settif is 19. She lives in Hagondange, in Moselle, and is studying for a BTS NDRC (sales and customer relations) on a work-study basis at an international business school, which allows her to work at Editus.
My name is Kenza, I’m 19, I live in Hagondange and I’m currently studying for a BTS NDRC (a vocational diploma in sales and customer relations).
Kenza Settif, January 2025
She is contestant no. 2 in Miss Élégance Nationale Lorraine 2025. What motivated her: showcasing her values, championing causes close to her heart, gaining self-confidence and meeting inspiring people.
Elegance is a matter of attitude
For Kenza, elegance goes beyond appearance: it is also a matter of attitude and personality. The account of the final adds that she believes in beauty in all its forms, a beauty found in the heart.
Keen on retail and fashion, she follows the latest trends on Instagram and Pinterest. At work, she adapts her outfits to the professional setting without losing her personal touch.
Lorraine, close to home
She wants to showcase the cultural and historical wealth of Lorraine, a land where cultures meet. Her list for a visitor: Place Stanislas in Nancy, the Château de Lunéville, nicknamed the “Versailles of Lorraine”, the Centre Pompidou-Metz and, for walkers, the Parc naturel régional de Lorraine.
And at the table, quiche lorraine and mirabelle plums.
Loved ones moved to tears
Her parents, family, boyfriend and friends are behind her. They are all moved and happy to see her take part.
It’s really touching to see them so enthusiastic and involved in my journey.
Kenza Settif, January 2025
Some of her friends also dream of becoming Miss. She encourages them to believe in themselves and seize their chance, even if the road can be hard.
Don’t hesitate to follow your dreams and go for it!
Kenza Settif, January 2025
The causes she stands up for
If elected, Kenza wanted to support projects linked to girls’ education: raising awareness and helping to fund programmes that provide resources for children in need. The account of the final also mentions the cause of sick children, which is particularly close to her heart.
On 18 January 2025, at the château de Nilvange, she parades with the seven other contestants in evening gown, swimsuit and wedding dress. The title goes to Carla Mastrorillo, ahead of Noa Hamama and Cécile Ponzellini.
Kenza in the media
Three features on info-lux.com, from oldest to most recent.
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Lorraine > Miss Élégance Nationale
The first rehearsals in Nilvange and the presentation of the contestants. Portraits by Michel Fouarge.
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Nilvange > Miss Élégance Nationale Lorraine 2025
Report on the 18 January 2025 pageant. Photos by 2 la X Photographie.
Kenza’s gallery
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January 2025 · Official portraits and the pageant
January 2025 · Candidate photos
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On info-lux.com (in French): Hagondange > Miss > Kenza Settif (January 2025) and the articles in the timeline above.
Sources: portrait published by info-lux.com on 6 January 2025; info-lux.com articles of 6 January and 20 February 2025. Each photo is credited in its caption.
