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While the legendary New York nightclub Studio 54 shut its doors almost four decades ago, its unique style impact continues strong.

Currently, the spotlight isn't on see-through bodysuits but on the plush, fuzzy coats and wraps favored by celebrities and party enthusiasts as well.

With the festive social calendar approaching, the signature Studio 54 coat is enjoying a major resurgence.

Shopping Data Shows the Trend

Among the most popular items from a recent collaboration between a major retailer and a designer brand is a cropped, cream, shaggy jacket with oversized lapels.

At a leading department store, searches for taupe fake fur coats have jumped 190% compared to last year.

Interest for secondhand plush finds is also soaring, with searches for synthetic fur growing by 257% in the past six months on a major resale platform.

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

She prefers to wear her own oversized furry coat with hipster jeans or tights and short shorts.

Screen Style Echoes the Trend

The style is showcased in a new Netflix romcom series, where a sister wears a toffee-colored fuzzy jacket to a informal dinner.

When questioned about her bold look, the sister responds, "You told us to look fancy. It's fashion!"

Emergence of the "Boom Boom" Vibe

This look fits into what an American trend forecaster is terming "boom boom."

Rooted in the glamour and opulence of late-80s New York, this aesthetic evokes wads of cash, bubbly, cigarettes, high hemlines, loose morals and, naturally, fur.

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

Boom boom is very much about dressing for the life you aspire to rather than the one you have to endure.

Contemporary Fabrics and Tongue-in-Cheek Opulence

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

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

Celebrity Endorsement and Exclusive Releases

An English creator was an pioneer of this trend. Her fluffy coats with curly textures have been worn by top singers.

Because of strong demand, these coats are now only sold in exclusive collections. An upcoming release includes a pink and grey version akin to a large pom-pom, as well as animal and tiger-print versions with dramatic fuzzy frou-frou.

"If you can only purchase one thing, you don't want it to be a basic jumper or a pair of boring pants, you want something dramatic," explains a publication editor-in-chief.

This sentiment is echoed by a style head at a leading store, who describes it "a surprising, playful element" that doesn't require a complete ensemble.

The Ultimate Spirit Lifter

Ultimately, the fuzzy coat can act as a fantastic pick-me-up.

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