Shorts and short skirts can be frowned upon — the same goes with ripped jeans. Don't wear t-shirts with rude or in-your-face slogans (even in English). Stick with modest, plain apparel.
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Versatile, Light Weight and Neutral ClothingOpt for lightweight, breathable fabrics such as linen, cotton, and silk. Pack mix-and-match pieces like neutral-colored shorts, skirts, and trousers that can be paired with different tops. Don't forget to include a few dresses for evenings out.
It's best to stick to loafers and cute sandals or flats. Jeans. With the exception of a light breathable jeans, you probably won't even bother pulling these out of your suitcase due to the heat. Instead, pack light linen or flowy pants and you'll be golden!
It is acceptable to wear shorts, whether you are a woman or a man. However, NEVER (and I do mean NEVER) wear shorts if you want to visit a church or monastery. Also, if you plan to do a walking tour of Athens, ditch the shorts and opt for a dress – if you are a woman – or a pair of long pants – if you are a man.
Don't wear hot pants or crop tops if you're planning on visiting any churches or monasteries. Some things are better left to the imagination. If you must wear hot pants, save them for a trip to the beach. And stay away from high heels, especially when visiting our slippery, sensitive marble ruins.
Essential topsA few lightweight blouses and tank tops are a must for a trip to Greece. Wardrobe staples like this cargo shirt from Zara and linen button-down from Everlane are versatile and can be easily dressed up or down.
Generally, there is no dress code on the island unless you plan to visit specific restaurants, bars and clubs of high standards. When visiting churches and monasteries, you must be dressed appropriately, which means that beach-style appearances are not allowed.
Light fabrics (choose an outfit made of light materials that allow the skin to breathe and not overheat, considering the hot weather in Santorini. Linen, silk, viscose, or cotton are the best options for summer clothing);
Because of the economy in Greece many shops are selling clothing for very low prices. In some cases much lower than cost because if you have to pay the rent, the gas and electric bills or your taxes, having a lot of inventory and no cash is impractical.