Blue Dome Churches in Santorini, Greece

Skirt The Rules / Blue Maxi Dress in Santorini

Outfit: Eliza J scarf print maxi dress (also comes in red and pink!) / Ann Taylor laser cut clutch / Kendra Scott ‘Naomi’ druzy double ringKate Spade sailor knot bangle

Seeing the blue domes of Santorini were an absolute must on my list, so we woke up before dawn, scouted the perfect location and shot what were probably my favorite photos of our entire trip.

The Most Beautiful Places to Take Photos in Oia, Santorini, Greece

Makeup: Too Faced Born this Way foundation in ‘Ivory’ / Bobbi Brown bronzing powder in ‘Golden Light’ / Dior ‘2-in-1 Prime & Conceal’ in ’02’ / Anastasia ‘Brow Wiz’ eyebrow pencil in ‘Dark Brown’ / Tarte ‘Tartelette Amazonian Clay’ matte eyeshadow / Make Up For Ever mascara / NARS blush in ‘Dolce Vita’ / NARS ‘Audacious’ lipstick in ‘Greta’

I packed the most gorgeous scarf print maxi dress with this exact backdrop in mind. Pretty sure it was meant for twirling around the streets of Santorini (although weddings and special occasions are more likely activities). The vibrant contrast of bright blues and stark whites – how could you not fall in love with a dress like this in a place like this?

Skirt The Rules / Santorini Photo TipsAs I mentioned in my first post about Santorini, we stayed in the most northern town of Oia, where the cliffs are covered with white-washed homes and dotted with brilliantly blue-domed churches. This one, coupled with the coral bell tower, is probably the most photographed images in all of Greece and it’s relatively easy to find. As you wander the main street in Oia, you’ll pass some high-end jewelry shops and take a left towards the cliffs. The view was so incredible, we came back twice (once during the evening and once on the next day).

Skirt The Rules / Blue Maxi Dress in Santorini

Sidenote about blog life versus real life: I’ve been seeing a lot of bloggers who recently traveled to Santorini and have shared their magically perfect standing-at-the-edge-of-the-world kind of photos. It makes me laugh because the behind-the-scenes is a completely different. Most rooftops in Oia have signs posted prohibiting people from climbing over and standing on the ledge for these perfect shots. I’m typically not a rule breaker, but I will do whatever it takes for a shot – including tip-toeing onto a hotel roof at 6:30 AM. Poor James, I basically coerced him into following me in order to take the photos, but it was so worth it, wasn’t it?

Skirt The Rules / Oia, Santorini Photography

Skirt The Rules / Oia, Santorini, Greece

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16 Comments

  1. Such a stunning dress, I love the colour and pattern. And the scenery is just perfect, beautiful beautiful churches.

    Princess Audu

    Posted 6.21.16 Reply
  2. Tara wrote:

    These photos came out gorgeously, love this dress on you!

    Posted 6.21.16 Reply
  3. Love this dress, the colours are absolutely amazing!

    Anika | anikamay.co.uk

    Posted 6.21.16 Reply
  4. This dress is absolutely stunning and perfect in this amazing location!

    http://asequinloveaffair.com

    Posted 6.21.16 Reply
  5. Abby wrote:

    What a gorgeous view and your dress is equally gorgeous too!

    Abby | Life in the Fash Lane

    Posted 6.21.16 Reply
  6. Emma wrote:

    Beatiful dres and nice photos.
    You look gorgeous,
    Emma
    http://www.emmalovesfashion.com

    Posted 6.21.16 Reply
  7. Elle wrote:

    I love scarf prints and this maxi is fabulous! Beautiful shots of Santorini, what a perfect backdrop!
    xx, Elle
    http://www.theellediaries.com/

    Posted 6.21.16 Reply
  8. Carina wrote:

    That maxi is stunning and Santorini is dreamy!

    xo
    https://www.youtube.com/c/CarinaVardie
    http://www.carinavardie.com

    Posted 6.21.16 Reply
  9. Oh my god amazing maxi.. you look gorgeous! I am loving your blog too, would be lovely if we could follow each other and stay in touch, let me know what you think! x

    adelelydia.blogspot.com

    Posted 6.21.16 Reply
  10. Kathryn wrote:

    Obsessed with this maxi! It’s stunning on you.

    xx Kathryn
    http://www.chicandshimmer.com

    Posted 6.21.16 Reply
  11. MC wrote:

    Stunning! You look so beautiful and match the scenery so perfectly!
    xMC
    http://mc2squared.blogspot.com

    Posted 6.21.16 Reply
  12. Mary wrote:

    this dress is amazing!!! I just saw that it comes in pink, too! But I think the blue is the most gorgeous choice 🙂
    xxoo
    Mary
    http://www.BelleOnTrend.com

    Posted 6.21.16 Reply
  13. Maggie wrote:

    This dress is gorgeous!! And so perfect for Santorini 🙂

    http://www.maggiealamode.com

    Posted 6.21.16 Reply
  14. Jordan wrote:

    Gorgeous dress and pictures! This is a bucket list trip for me and your pictures just increased my wanderlust :p looks amazing

    Posted 6.21.16 Reply
  15. Beautiful dress!

    Kiss
    from
    Greece 🙂

    https://beautyfollower.blogspot.gr

    Posted 6.22.16 Reply
  16. Meagan wrote:

    Gorgeous photos! Love love love!
    -Meg
    http://www.smalltownsisters.blogspot.com

    Posted 6.22.16 Reply