Photo finally solves the black and blue white and gold dress debate The Science Behind the Dress The New York Times Gold Sequin White Spandex Halter V Neck Prom Dress Xdressy 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 ELI5:Why does this dress appear white gold to some people and black blue to others? : r explainlikeimfive