Sure, you can wear the baati to the beach, but it carries memories and stories for Somali women, like the time you didnt have clothes to wear while visiting your cousins, or the time your parents brought you back a baati from a trip. In recent years, Ive found myself more interested in the garments diasporic malleability, the way it becomes whatever we want it to be depending on the context
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I like to place the cornbread in a large storage container with the lid slightly askew, not closed tight
From Cleopatra to Bridgertons Queen Charlotte, purple and royalty go hand-in-hand
The draped skirt enhances movement while keeping the silhouette sleek and elevated
The bright yellow base is adorned with bold red and orange flowers, complemented by lush green leaves, creating a striking tropical aesthetic