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While the iconic New York venue Studio 54 closed almost four decades ago, its distinct style impact remains powerful.

Currently, the spotlight isn't on sheer bodysuits but on the plush, shaggy coats and wraps worn by style icons and party enthusiasts as well.

With the festive social calendar approaching, the distinctive Studio 54 coat is experiencing a significant resurgence.

Shopping Statistics Shows the Popularity

One of the hottest items from a recent collaboration between a major retailer and a designer brand is a cropped, cream, long-haired jacket with oversized lapels.

At a leading retailer, searches for brown faux fur coats have surged 190% compared to last year.

Interest for pre-owned plush items is also soaring, with searches for synthetic fur increasing by over 250% in the past six months on a popular secondhand website.

"This is a statement coat," says a senior style expert, explaining that it acts as the central element of an ensemble.

The editor likes to style her personal colossal shaggy coat with hipster jeans or tights and micro shorts.

Screen Style Echoes the Trend

The style is replicated in a new Netflix romantic comedy series, where a sister sports a caramel fuzzy jacket to a casual dinner.

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

The Rise of the "Boom Boom" Aesthetic

The trend fits into what an American style analyst is terming "glam excess."

Inspired by the glamour and excess of the 1980s New York, this vibe brings to mind wealth, champagne, smoking, short skirts, loose morals and, naturally, fuzzy textures.

Similar to that time, the trend is set against a volatile financial climate.

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

Modern Materials and Playful Luxury

While animal fur was everywhere during Studio 54's peak, current versions are mostly made from lambskin—a secondary product of the meat industry—or man-made fabrics like acrylic.

The trend represents a tongue-in-cheek opulence—as if a famous Muppet has taken charge with exaggerated proportions and surprising colors.

Star Endorsement and Limited Drops

An English creator was an early instigator of this trend. Her shaggy coats with poodle-like textures have been worn by top singers.

Due to high interest, these coats are now only sold in limited drops. An upcoming release includes a pink and charcoal version similar to a giant pom-pom, as well as animal and tiger-print options with dramatic fuzzy trim.

"If you can only buy one thing, you don't want it to be a basic jumper or a pair of boring trousers, you want a standout piece," explains a magazine editor-in-chief.

This feeling is echoed by a fashion director at a leading retailer, who describes it "a surprising, fun touch" that doesn't require a complete ensemble.

The Ultimate Mood Booster

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

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