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While the legendary New York nightclub Studio 54 closed nearly four decades ago, its distinct style impact continues strong.

This season, the spotlight isn't on see-through bodysuits but on the furry, fuzzy coats and stoles worn by style icons and club-goers alike.

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

Shopping Statistics Shows the Trend

One of the hottest items from a latest partnership between a high-street brand and a London label is a short, off-white, shaggy jacket with oversized lapels.

At another retailer, searches for brown faux fur coats have jumped 190% year on year.

The demand for secondhand plush items is also soaring, with queries for faux fur increasing by over 250% in the past six months on a major resale website.

"This is a statement coat," notes a senior style expert, adding that it acts as the central piece of an outfit.

The editor likes to wear her own colossal shaggy coat with low-rise jeans or tights and micro shorts.

Television Style Echoes the Trend

This aesthetic is replicated in a latest streaming romantic comedy series, where a character sports a caramel furry jacket to a casual dinner.

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

The Rise of the "Boom Boom" Vibe

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

Rooted in the glamour and opulence of the 1980s New York, this aesthetic brings to mind wads of cash, bubbly, smoking, short skirts, carefree attitudes and, of course, fur.

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

This style is all about embodying the lifestyle you aspire to rather than the one you are stuck with.

Contemporary Materials and Tongue-in-Cheek Luxury

While animal fur was omnipresent during Studio 54's heyday, today's iterations are mostly made from lambskin—a secondary product of the food industry—or synthetic fabrics like acrylic.

The trend embodies a tongue-in-cheek opulence—like a beloved character has taken over with overblown proportions and unexpected colors.

Celebrity Adoption and Exclusive Drops

A London creator was an pioneer of this movement. Her shaggy coats with poodle-like textures have been worn by famous singers.

Due to strong demand, these coats are now only sold in exclusive collections. An upcoming release includes a pink and charcoal version similar to a giant pom-pom, alongside leopard- and zebra-print versions with dramatic fuzzy trim.

"If you can only purchase a single item, you wouldn't choose it to be a basic sweater or a pair of ordinary trousers, you want a standout piece," says a magazine editor-in-chief.

The feeling is shared by a style head at a major store, who calls it "an unexpected, fun touch" that avoids the need for a complete ensemble.

The Ultimate Mood Lifter

Ultimately, the shaggy coat can act as a fantastic mood lifter.

"It doesn't have to cost a lot," notes the editor, "and it will make you feel glamorous when the world around you is rather gloomy."