Science explains how time spent outdoors colors your view of #thedress Los Angeles Times Why the #whatcoloristhisdress frock is actually blue and black CNET TheDress couple: 'we were completely left out from the story' BBC News 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 Maddox Strapless Sweetheart Light Blue Glitter Gown Lady Black Tie