ELI5:Why does this dress appear white gold to some people and black blue to others? : r explainlikeimfive Rachel Allan RQ3145 Long Ball Gown Beaded Quinceanera Dress The Dress Outlet The dress was black and blue, but the conditions of the photograph caused many to perceive it as white and gold, creating debate. Within a week, more than ten million tweets had 10 years ago everyone was fighting about the colors of the dress. What color do you see? Silver and gold or blue and black?