princess diana in a black dress Dark Navy Off-the-shoulder Evening The icon behind the dress

Retrieved 10 March 2015

The true root of the debate surrounding 'The Dress' is not exactly what color the fabric is, but what color your mind interprets it as due to a phenomenon known as color constancy

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Perfect for creating unforgettable memories, this dress combines elegance and charm, ensuring you feel both radiant and unique on your special day

So sit tight and get ready to embrace your inner goddess because its time to go backless

In 2022, the author of this piece, Pascal Wallisch, spoke with Willa Paskin on the award-winning podcast Decoder Ring to further unpack what we learned about color, science, and viral images thanks to the Dress