Leave the heels behind, leave the heavy, leather dress shoes behind; they will not serve you in the hot summer and you'll be twisting your ankles trying to walk on the cobblestone streets with any sort of heel. It's best to stick to loafers and cute sandals or flats.
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The must-have shoes for Greece are:
Flip-flops for the beach.
Hiking sandals, running shoes, and hiking boots for long mountain walks or hiking to less accessible beaches.
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.
The Greek dress code is generally casual and relaxed, but it's important to respect certain cultural norms, particularly when visiting religious sites. In religious sites, you will want to be sure your knees and shoulders are covered. Yes, it's traditional, but better to either not enter or be respectful.
Heels are almost impossible to wear on the extremely hilly cobblestone streets. If you must bring heels, choose a pair of comfy wedges so you get a little more stability. The stacked buildings that make the cliffs of Santorini so beautiful also make for some seriously steep streets!
Two pieces of body language that can cause unintentional offence are hand gestures; don't hold your hand up, palm out, to anybody, and don't make an OK sign by forming a circle with your thumb and forefinger – both are extremely rude.
Pants, skirts, and shortsMidi skirts and linen pants are perfect additions to your Greece packing list. I'm especially eyeing this pale yellow maxi skirt from Madewell—it can be worn with a comfortable pair of walking sandals during the day and dressed up with a heel for dinner at night.
Opt 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.
A flimsy flip-flop or random flat will likely leave your feet begging for rest after a day of touristing, whereas a comfy pair of sneakers, a versatile hiking shoe, or supportive slip-on can help you enjoy your travels.
Moutza) The worst gesture you can make in Greece is the 'moutza' which is holding up your hand like a 'stop' sign and showing the full open palm of your hand with your fingers spread out.
As Mykonos cobbled streets aren't made for high heels, wearing solid platforms is an excellent alternative, while there are a plethora of other shoes you can wear such as sneakers, espadrilles, sandals or even flip-flops.
Wearing heels in Mykonos is generally not recommended due to the island's terrain. The cobblestone streets, especially in Mykonos Town, can be quite uneven and difficult to navigate in heels. Many people opt for flat sandals, which are both comfortable and fashionable.
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!