The Science Behind the Dress The New York Times Sherri Hill 54912 Mia Bella The Label 10 years ago, a simple photograph of a dress sparked a global debate unlike anything seen online before. Posted in 2015, the image caused people to argue intensely over whether the dress Is The Dress blue and black or white and gold? The answer lies in vision psychology Psychology The Guardian 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 The Dress' returns in special edition gold and white version for Comic Relief charity auction The Independent The Independent