Blue and black or white and gold? Dress debate turns 10 years old Same dress, same accessories two completely different moods , Natural linen keeps it casual for daytime, while black takes the same look straight into dinner plans. Just switch the shoes + style 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 The Dress Debate: Blue and Black or White and Gold? SAME Tie Maxi Dress Black Cream Women's Knit Dress L Black Cream Is This Dress Blue And Black Or White And Gold? Here's What The Experts Say