A baati, or, more formally, a Dirac shiid, is a traditional Somali cotton house dress with a loose fit and short sleeves.
[1] It is popular throughout East Africa due to Somali migration and trading across the region.
The garment is noted for its versatility; it can be used as swimwear or as a sling to carry an infant.
[2] It is one variant of the traditional Somali wear called Dirac.
In 2018, Miss Universe contestant Muna Juma accused fast fashion brand Zara of cultural appropriation because they advertised a dress closely resembling a baati.