The White and Gold (No, Blue and Black!) Dress That Melted the Internet The New York Times Viral online dress debate turns 10. What colours do you see? 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 10 years ago today, this dress was posted online, turning into a viral phenomenon. Viewers couldn't decide if the dress was blue and black, or white and gold. It was later confirmed 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 Is That Dress White and Gold or Blue and Black? The New York Times