The actual dress was black and blue. The confusion came from how lighting and color perception tricked people's brains, making some see it as white and gold. It became a viral example Karen Millen Floral Print Crepe High Neck Midi Dress in Blue Size XS Black Crepe Midi Dress self portrait US What color is the dress? Why do some people see blue and black and some people see gold and white when looking at a single image of a dress? : r askscience