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Although the legendary New York venue Studio 54 closed almost four decades ago, its distinct fashion influence continues powerful.

Currently, the spotlight isn't on sheer bodysuits but on the plush, fuzzy coats and wraps worn by celebrities and club-goers alike.

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

Shopping Data Reflects the Trend

Among the hottest items from a recent collaboration between a high-street brand and a designer brand is a short, cream, shaggy jacket with oversized lapels.

At a leading retailer, online queries for taupe faux fur coats have jumped 190% compared to last year.

Interest for secondhand fuzzy finds is also soaring, with searches for synthetic fur increasing by over 250% in the last six months on a major resale website.

"This is a statement coat," says a lead fashion editor, adding that it acts as the central piece of an outfit.

She likes to style her personal oversized furry version with hipster jeans or leggings and micro shorts.

Television Fashion Echoes the Look

This style is replicated in a latest streaming romantic comedy series, where a character sports a toffee-colored furry jacket to a casual dinner.

When challenged about her daring look, the character replies, "You told us to dress up. It's fashion!"

Emergence of the "Boom Boom" Vibe

This look fits into what an American style analyst is calling "glam excess."

Inspired by the extravagance and excess of the 1980s New York, this aesthetic brings to mind wealth, bubbly, cigarettes, high hemlines, loose morals and, naturally, fuzzy textures.

Similar to that era, the trend is emerging during a uncertain economy.

This style is very much about embodying the life you aspire to rather than the one you have to endure.

Modern Fabrics and Playful Opulence

Whereas real fur was everywhere during Studio 54's peak, today's iterations are primarily made from shearling—a byproduct of the meat industry—or synthetic materials like polyester.

The trend embodies a knowing opulence—as if a beloved character has taken charge with overblown silhouettes and unexpected hues.

Celebrity Adoption and Limited Releases

A London designer was an pioneer of this trend. Her shaggy coats with poodle-like textures have been sported by famous pop stars.

Due to high demand, these coats are now only sold in limited drops. An forthcoming release includes a rose and charcoal version akin to a giant pom-pom, as well as leopard- and tiger-print versions with exaggerated fuzzy trim.

"If you can only buy a single item, you wouldn't choose it to be a basic sweater or a pair of boring pants, you want a standout piece," explains a magazine head.

The feeling is echoed by a style head at a leading store, who calls it "a surprising, fun touch" that avoids the need for a complete ensemble.

Final Spirit Booster

In the end, the fuzzy coat can serve as a great mood lifter.

"It won't cost a fortune," notes the expert, "and it's going to make you feel glamorous when the world around you is rather dreary."