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Although the iconic New York nightclub Studio 54 shut its doors nearly four decades ago, its distinct fashion influence remains strong.

Currently, the focus isn't on see-through bodysuits but on the furry, shaggy coats and stoles worn by style icons and club-goers as well.

With the holiday social calendar approaching, the distinctive Studio 54 coat is enjoying a significant resurgence.

Retail Statistics Shows the Popularity

Among the most popular items from a latest partnership between a high-street brand and a designer brand is a cropped, cream, long-haired jacket with giant lapels.

At a leading retailer, searches for brown fake fur coats have jumped almost 200% compared to last year.

The demand for pre-owned fuzzy finds is also rising, with queries for faux fur growing by over 250% in the last six months on a popular resale platform.

"This is a one and done coat," says a senior fashion editor, explaining that it acts as the central element of an ensemble.

She likes to style her own oversized furry coat with hipster jeans or tights and micro shorts.

Screen Fashion Echoes the Look

This aesthetic is replicated in a new streaming romcom series, where a character wears a caramel fuzzy jacket to a casual dinner.

When challenged about her daring look, the sister replies, "It's what you said to look fancy. That's style!"

Emergence of the "Boom Boom" Vibe

This look aligns with what a U.S. style analyst is calling "boom boom."

Inspired by the extravagance and excess of late-80s New York, this aesthetic evokes wads of cash, champagne, smoking, short skirts, loose morals and, of course, fur.

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

Boom boom is very much about embodying the life you aspire to rather than the one you are stuck with.

Modern Fabrics and Tongue-in-Cheek Opulence

While animal fur was everywhere during Studio 54's heyday, current versions are primarily made from lambskin—a secondary product of the food industry—or synthetic materials like acrylic.

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

Celebrity Adoption and Exclusive Drops

A London designer was an early instigator of this movement. Her fluffy coats with curly textures have been worn by top singers.

Due to high interest, these coats are now only sold in limited drops. An upcoming launch includes a pink and grey version similar to a large pom-pom, as well as leopard- and tiger-print options with exaggerated fuzzy trim.

"When you can only purchase one thing, you wouldn't choose it to be a basic jumper or a pair of ordinary pants, you want a standout piece," says a publication editor-in-chief.

This feeling is echoed by a fashion director at a major store, who calls it "an unexpected, playful element" that doesn't require a whole new outfit.

The Ultimate Mood Lifter

In the end, the shaggy coat can serve as a fantastic mood lifter.

"It won't cost a lot," says the expert, "and it's going to make you feel glamorous when everything else is rather gloomy."