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Léonie
She wants to become a doctor, plays the piano, which she taught herself, and is carrying a dream her mother could not see through. In 2026, she won the third runner-up sash at Miss Élégance Nationale Lorraine.
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Photos Michel Fouarge · info-lux.com
Based on articles published by info-lux.com in January and February 2026
Léonie Schwab is 19 when info-lux.com introduces her in February 2026: contestant no. 4 for Miss Élégance Nationale Lorraine, and a final-year secondary pupil studying health and social care.
Her plan is clear: to become a doctor and devote her life to helping and caring for others. She describes Lorraine as warm and genuine, a region that taught her solidarity, respect and simplicity.
A dream passed from mother to daughter
Her biggest motivation is her family. Her mother took part in Miss Réunion but couldn't see it through to the end. Léonie wants to win for her, and to prove that dreams can be passed on.
She had already tried Miss Mirabelle in Metz. That attempt didn't go all the way, but it gave her confidence and the urge to step out of her comfort zone again.
Piano, self-taught
In everyday life, Léonie finds refuge in music. She sings and plays the piano, an instrument she has taught herself since childhood.
For me, elegance isn’t about the clothes themselves but mostly about attitude. You just need to feel good in what you wear, whatever the style, and be confident.
Léonie, January 2026
Her role models are Julia Roberts and Lady Diana: “Whatever they wear, they naturally draw the eye.”
A taste for light
Choosing between a career in media, art or business, she picks media.
I have a natural taste for visibility and self-expression, a desire to exist fully in other people's eyes and to make an impression with my presence.
Léonie, January 2026
Her advice to younger people is to believe in their dreams, even when they seem out of reach, and to see every failure as a lesson.
My greatest wish for 2026 is to pass my baccalauréat while aiming high. Aim for the crown, aim for the moon… and if I don’t reach it, at least catch a star.
Léonie Schwab, January 2026
Third runner-up
On 7 February 2026, at the Forum de Longuyon, Léonie Schwab is one of seven finalists. The cinema-themed evening runs through five rounds: daywear, swimwear, wedding dresses. The jury chooses Louna Dos Santos; Léonie is third runner-up, behind Maëlys Arnould and Lou Van.
For her, being a Miss goes beyond appearance: embodying values, sharing positive messages and using her visibility to champion important causes.
Léonie in the media
Finalist Q&A, contestant portrait and final: her features in 2026.
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Miss Élégance Nationale Lorraine 2026 > final
The finalists answer five questions on elegance. Portraits by Michel Fouarge.
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Miss Élégance Nationale 2026 > Lorraine > Final
The final on 7 February in Longuyon: third runner-up.
Léonie’s gallery
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2026 · Contestant photos
2026 · Finalists’ shoot
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Photographer: Michel Fouarge’s portfolio.
On info-lux.com (in French): Miss Élégance Nationale Lorraine > Léonie (February 2026) and the report on the final.
Sources: portrait published by info-lux.com on 2 February 2026; info-lux.com interview (January 2026); account of the final (February 2026). Each photo is credited in its caption.
