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While the iconic New York venue Studio 54 shut its doors nearly four decades ago, its distinct fashion influence continues strong.

Currently, the spotlight isn't on sheer bodysuits but on the furry, fuzzy coats and wraps favored by style icons and club-goers alike.

With the holiday social calendar approaching, the signature Studio 54 coat is experiencing a major comeback.

Retail Data Reflects the Popularity

Among the hottest items from a latest collaboration between a major retailer and a London label is a cropped, cream, shaggy jacket with oversized lapels.

At another department store, searches for taupe faux fur coats have jumped almost 200% year on year.

The demand for secondhand plush items is also rising, with queries for synthetic fur increasing by over 250% in the last six months on a popular secondhand platform.

"It's a one and done coat," says a senior fashion editor, adding that it serves as the central piece of an ensemble.

She likes to wear her personal oversized shaggy version with hipster jeans or tights and short shorts.

Television Style Echoes the Trend

This aesthetic is replicated in a new Netflix romantic comedy series, where a character sports a caramel fuzzy jacket to a casual dinner.

When questioned about her bold look, the sister responds, "It's what you said to dress up. It's fashion!"

The Rise of the "Boom Boom" Vibe

The trend aligns with what an American trend forecaster is calling "boom boom."

Rooted in the extravagance and excess of late-80s New York, this vibe brings to mind wads of cash, champagne, smoking, short skirts, carefree attitudes and, naturally, fuzzy textures.

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

Boom boom is all about dressing for the life you aspire to rather than the one you are stuck with.

Contemporary Materials and Tongue-in-Cheek Luxury

While real fur was everywhere during Studio 54's peak, current versions are primarily made from lambskin—a byproduct of the food industry—or synthetic materials like polyester.

The trend represents a tongue-in-cheek opulence—as if a famous Muppet has taken over with exaggerated silhouettes and surprising colors.

Star Adoption and Exclusive Releases

An English creator was an pioneer of this movement. Her fluffy coats with poodle-like textures have been sported by famous singers.

Because of strong interest, these coats are now only sold in limited drops. An upcoming release includes a pink and charcoal style akin to a giant pom-pom, as well as leopard- and zebra-print versions with dramatic fluffy trim.

"When you can only buy a single item, you wouldn't choose it to be a plain sweater or a pair of ordinary trousers, you want something dramatic," says a magazine editor-in-chief.

This feeling is echoed by a style head at a major store, who calls it "a surprising, playful touch" that doesn't require a complete outfit.

Final Mood Booster

Ultimately, the shaggy coat can serve as a great mood lifter.

"It doesn't have to cost a fortune," says the expert, "and it will make you feel glam when the world around you is rather gloomy."