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Although the iconic New York nightclub Studio 54 closed nearly four decades ago, its unique style impact remains powerful.

Currently, the spotlight isn't on sheer bodysuits but on the plush, shaggy coats and wraps favored by celebrities and party enthusiasts alike.

With the festive party season coming up, the signature Studio 54 coat is enjoying a major resurgence.

Shopping Statistics Shows the Popularity

One of the hottest items from a recent collaboration between a major retailer and a London label is a short, cream, long-haired jacket with oversized lapels.

At a leading department store, searches for brown fake fur coats have surged 190% compared to last year.

Interest for secondhand fuzzy items is also soaring, with queries for synthetic fur increasing by 257% in the past six months on a major resale website.

"It's a statement coat," notes a lead style expert, adding that it serves as the central element of an outfit.

She prefers to style her own colossal shaggy version with low-rise jeans or leggings and micro shorts.

Screen Style Mirrors the Look

The aesthetic is showcased in a latest streaming romcom series, where a character wears a toffee-colored furry jacket to a informal dinner.

When challenged about her bold outfit, the character replies, "You told us to look fancy. That's style!"

The Rise of the "Glamorous" Vibe

This look fits into what a U.S. trend forecaster is calling "glam excess."

Rooted in the glamour and opulence of late-80s New York, this aesthetic evokes wads of cash, bubbly, cigarettes, short skirts, loose morals and, naturally, fur.

Similar to that era, the trend is set against a volatile economy.

Boom boom is very much about dressing for the life you aspire to rather than the one you have to endure.

Modern Materials and Tongue-in-Cheek Luxury

While animal fur was everywhere during Studio 54's heyday, today's iterations are mostly made from shearling—a byproduct of the food industry—or man-made fabrics like polyester.

The trend embodies a knowing opulence—like a beloved character has taken over with exaggerated proportions and unexpected hues.

Star Adoption and Exclusive Releases

A London creator was an pioneer of this trend. Her fluffy coats with curly textures have been sported by top pop stars.

Due to strong interest, these coats are now only sold in exclusive drops. An forthcoming release includes a rose and charcoal style akin to a giant pom-pom, alongside leopard- and tiger-print options with dramatic fuzzy trim.

"If you can only purchase a single item, you don't want it to be a plain sweater or a pair of ordinary pants, you want something dramatic," explains a magazine editor-in-chief.

This feeling is shared by a style head at a leading retailer, who calls it "an unexpected, fun touch" that avoids the need for a complete outfit.

The Ultimate Spirit Lifter

Ultimately, the shaggy coat can act as a fantastic pick-me-up.

"It doesn't have to cost a fortune," notes the editor, "and it will make you feel glamorous when everything else is rather dreary."