Here's why people saw the dress differently. White and gold or blue and black what colour is the dress? An eyewitness gives a definitive answer The Independent The Independent Amazon.com: Adrianna Papell Studio Women's Beaded Illusion Neck Dress, Black Gold, 4 : Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry Amira Black & Rose Gold Luxe Sequin Embellished Cut Out High Neck Mesh Hourglass Illusion Maxi Fishtail Dress Nazz Collection SilkFred In 2015, a photograph of a dress went viral, dividing viewers over whether its colors were blue and black or white and gold. This optical illusion highlighted differences in human color perception