In a new paper published in the Journal of Vision , New York University neuroscientist Pascal Wallisch, Ph.D., explains that the way a person perceives the color of the dress comes down to how they assume it is illuminated
Suddenly, everyone, including celebrities, was weighing in on social media about the dress
These dresses are also a thoughtful gift, especially for someone who appreciates classic style and needs a reliable option for upcoming banquets or holiday parties
It hits this little sweet spot that gives you some clue about how the brain works. Indeed, the picture sparked such a vibrant debate among vision scientists that theyre planning to devote an entire issue of the Journal of Vision to the dress next year
They also provide instructions and guidance for those who are unsure what to wear, as noted by Stanford Law School professor Richard Thompson Ford in The Cut: In the past, everyone might have known what to wear to a wedding