Looking back: #TheDress and science Barry Smith, a director of the Institute of Philosophy of the University in London, told BBC Trending that when it comes to optical illusions, "there has been nothing quite like this." Most visual illusions, like the one below, can be seen both ways by the same person
"When I attempted to white-balance the image based on that idea, though, it didn't make any sense." He saw blue in the highlights, telling him that the white he was seeing was blue, and the gold was black
There are also white, pink and red options, all with black lace - and the company have hinted they might bring out a white and gold version
Chic Black Gold Lace Embellished Long Velvet llusion Neck Formal Evening Party Prom Wedding Dress
If I look at the brighter part, which is on the right side, and cover up the other side, it looks like a lighter color. By the way, Lystad sees the dress as a gray-blue color with gold stripes
Though some beads are missing, the overall condition remains excellent for a vintage piece