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Although the legendary New York nightclub Studio 54 closed nearly four decades ago, its unique fashion influence remains strong.

This season, the focus isn't on see-through bodysuits but on the furry, fuzzy coats and stoles worn by style icons and party enthusiasts as well.

With the holiday social calendar coming up, the signature Studio 54 coat is enjoying a significant comeback.

Shopping Statistics Reflects the Trend

Among the most popular items from a recent collaboration between a high-street brand and a designer brand is a short, off-white, long-haired jacket with oversized lapels.

At a leading retailer, searches for taupe faux fur coats have surged almost 200% compared to last year.

The demand for pre-owned plush finds is also rising, with queries for faux fur increasing by 257% in the past six months on a major resale platform.

"It's a one and done coat," notes a lead style expert, adding that it acts as the main piece of an outfit.

She likes to wear her personal oversized furry version with low-rise jeans or leggings and micro shorts.

Television Fashion Echoes the Trend

This style is showcased in a new Netflix romantic comedy series, where a character sports a caramel fuzzy jacket to a informal dinner.

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

The Rise of the "Glamorous" Aesthetic

The trend aligns with what a U.S. trend forecaster is terming "glam excess."

Rooted in the glamour and opulence of the 1980s New York, this vibe evokes wealth, champagne, cigarettes, high hemlines, carefree attitudes and, naturally, fur.

Like that era, the trend is set against a uncertain financial climate.

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

Contemporary Fabrics and Tongue-in-Cheek Opulence

Whereas real fur was omnipresent during Studio 54's heyday, today's iterations are primarily made from shearling—a byproduct of the food industry—or synthetic fabrics like polyester.

The trend represents a tongue-in-cheek luxury—as if a beloved character has taken over with overblown proportions and unexpected hues.

Star Adoption and Exclusive Drops

A London designer was an pioneer of this trend. Her shaggy coats with curly textures have been worn by top singers.

Because of high demand, these coats are now only sold in limited drops. An upcoming launch includes a rose and charcoal style similar to a giant pom-pom, alongside leopard- and tiger-print options with exaggerated fluffy frou-frou.

"When you can only purchase one thing, you don't want it to be a plain sweater or a pair of boring pants, you want something dramatic," says a publication editor-in-chief.

This feeling is echoed by a fashion director at a leading retailer, who calls it "an unexpected, playful touch" that avoids the need for a whole new ensemble.

Final Spirit Lifter

In the end, the shaggy coat can act as a great pick-me-up.

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