What lies beyond the Supranational Crown: Eduarda Braum and Swann Lavigne lead a new era of Supranational

Brazil’s Eduarda Braum and France’s Swann Lavigne prove that the true weight of a crown lies in the causes it elevates—and the lives it touches

By JP Ilagan

MANILA, Philippines—A crown may glitter under stage lights, but its real weight lies in the story it carries. At this year’s Miss and Mister Supranational held at the iconic Strzelecki Park Amphitheater in Nowy Sącz, two new names were etched into the pageant’s legacy: Eduarda Braum of Brazil and Swann Lavigne of France. 

Braum made history as the first Brazilian to be crowned Miss Supranational, while Lavigne brought home the title of Mister Supranational, affirming the growing diversity and evolving influence of the global pageant community. 

From the quiet moments of preparation to the thunderous applause of victory, Braum and Lavigne each carried something more potent than physical beauty—purpose. They represent a new generation of leaders, grounded in purpose, rooted in self-awareness, and ready to uplift others.

Braum, a 23-year-old educator and advocate for youth empowerment, stood out not just for her elegance, but for her clarity of vision. Before the world hailed her as Miss Supranational 2025, she worked in her hometown as a saleswoman at the young age of 18. She walked the unpaved roads in Espirito Santo with a dream too big to be boxed in by circumstance.

“Throughout my journey, I learned to understand myself and realize that the most important thing is to know who I am and why I am here,” she shared. “When you truly understand yourself, what others say will no longer be so important and life becomes easier.”

Her journey, marked by resilience, was a reflection of her message: That beauty is amplified when it’s propelled by advocacy. 

Photo credit: Radochna Śmigielska

Meanwhile, Lavigne, a model, motivational figure, and advocate for mental health, brought a quiet strength to the competition. In the months leading up to his win, Lavigne shared his personal battles and the discipline it took to evolve—not just physically, but mentally. 

“You cannot get a better feeling than to become an inspiration for others, especially for your loved ones,” he said

Photo credit: Uno Rodriguez

Together, they stood not just as pageant winners but as powerful reminders of what the Supranational crown symbolizes. It’s not about how you wear it, but why.

As the pageant continues to grow its reach, the crowning of the new Miss and Mister Supranational reflects its evolving philosophy: it will continue to be a platform for growth and self-empowerment—uplifting, uniting, and inspiring others. Their triumphs are not just about who wore the crown best, but about who wore it with meaning.

Miss and Mister Supranational 2025 have been crowned. What lies ahead is a reign shaped not just by appearances, but by the impact they choose to make.