How does a black and blue dress sometimes appear white and gold? The Brains Blog Elegant ball gown with sheer long sleeves, ornate gold, turquoise, and pink floral embroidery, and layered ruffled skirt, displayed on a mannequin in a classic interior setting. 69202786 Stock Photo at Vecteezy The Science Behind the Black and Blue (or White and Gold) Dress Luxury Dubai Turquoise Beaded Evening Dress with Tulle LA72601 Turquoise 14 So I searched up the black and blue dress : r opticalillusions The dress turned 11 and it's STILL white and gold PERIOD. Eleven years later the color swatches are right there and people who see blue and black are proving your eyes lie