Soft light, strong love, and a blazer moment only Toke could pull off.
There are photos that stop you mid-scroll — not because they’re loud, but because they breathe. Toke Makinwa’s new black-and-white portraits with her daughter, Yakira Eliana (or “Yaya,” as she sweetly calls her), do exactly that. They’re equal parts softness and statement — a reminder that motherhood, much like good style, can be both tender and powerful.
In the image that’s quietly taking over timelines, Toke is seen smiling, lifting Yaya slightly in her arms, wrapped in a moment that feels intimate yet cinematic. The black-and-white tone adds that timeless glow — the kind that turns simplicity into storytelling. Monochrome is having a moment again, and this shot proves why: it strips everything down to feeling.
The new mum wore a deep brown, double-breasted blazer-dress — sharp, tailored, and layered with patterned monogram tights, gold jewellery, and statement earrings. It’s a look that bridges love and luxury without trying too hard. Yaya, of course, steals the scene in her soft baby ensemble — all warmth, no effort.
SOURCE: Toke Makinwa/Instagram
In her caption, Toke reflects on the dual celebration: her first birthday as a mother and Yaya’s third month in the world. Her words read like a love letter to grace, faith, and timing:
“My first birthday as a Mother, November 3rd.
My baby’s 3rd month on this side of eternity.
Dear God, how did this become my reality?… I look at my daughter and I am reminded of your love daily. The greatest calling, the highest service, every single season of my life has led me to this very special moment.”
It’s tender. It’s grounding. And yes — it’s still so Toke. A woman in control, yet completely undone by love. She’s already hinted that her birthday month will be one long celebration, so expect a shift from soft monochrome to full-glam in no time.
