Eleven years ago, a single photo posted on Tumblr sparked one of the biggest internet debates of all time. The dress instantly divided the world, some swore it was white and gold, ELI5:Why does this dress appear white gold to some people and black blue to others? : r explainlikeimfive Halter Draped Maxi Dress Gold Luxe Maxi Dresses and Luxe Party Dresses The dress turned 11 and it's STILL white and gold PERIOD. Eleven years later the color swatches are right there and people who see blue and black are proving your eyes lie