Martinique, as a French overseas region, actively participates in beauty pageants at local, national, and international levels. Pageants are popular cultural events that celebrate beauty, intelligence, Creole identity, and Caribbean heritage.
Major Beauty Pageants in Martinique
Pageant Name
Description
Miss Martinique
The most prestigious pageant; official regional qualifier for Miss France
Miss Earth Martinique
Focuses on environmental advocacy; selects a delegate for Miss Earth International
Miss International Martinique
Sends representatives to Miss International, a global pageant
Miss Jeunesse Martinique
Pageant for young teens, focusing on talent and cultural pride
Mini Miss Martinique
For young girls (pre-teens); focuses on confidence and cultural dress
Miss Martinique → Miss France
Miss Martinique has existed since 1977.
Organized by the Comité Miss Martinique under the Miss France Organization.
Winners compete each December in the Miss France national final.
Several Miss Martinique winners have reached the top 5 in Miss France, but none has won the crown yet (as of 2024).
Cultural Impact
Beauty pageants in Martinique often highlight Creole heritage, traditional dress, and Caribbean music/dance.
Pageants are broadcast locally and supported by fashion designers, local officials, and cultural organizations.
Contestants are judged not only on beauty, but also on education, eloquence, and community involvement.
Notable Miss Martinique Winners
Year
Name
Achievement
2022
Axelle René
Reached Top 15 at Miss France
2019
Ambre Bozza
Top 12 finalist at Miss France
1997
Véronique Caloc
1st runner-up at Miss France 1998 (closest Martinique has come to winning)
