The Science Behind the Dress The New York Times black and gold dress: Dresses For Women Dillard's Black And Gold Formal Dresses Azazie Off The Shoulder Gown in Black and Gold Silk Organza Brocade 2 Black and Gold Dresses Collection Lady Black Tie 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