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While the legendary New York venue Studio 54 shut its doors almost four decades ago, its distinct style impact remains strong.

Currently, the focus isn't on sheer bodysuits but on the plush, fuzzy coats and wraps favored by celebrities and club-goers alike.

With the festive party season coming up, the signature Studio 54 coat is experiencing a major resurgence.

Shopping Statistics Shows the Popularity

Among the hottest items from a recent partnership between a major retailer and a London label is a cropped, cream, long-haired jacket with oversized lapels.

At a leading retailer, searches for brown fake fur coats have surged 190% year on year.

The demand for pre-owned fuzzy finds is also rising, with searches for synthetic fur increasing by 257% in the past six months on a popular resale website.

"This is a one and done coat," notes a senior fashion editor, adding that it acts as the central element of an outfit.

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

Screen Style Mirrors the Trend

This style is showcased in a new streaming romcom series, where a character sports a caramel furry jacket to a casual dinner.

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

The Rise of the "Boom Boom" Vibe

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

Rooted in the extravagance and excess of the 1980s New York, this vibe evokes wads of cash, champagne, smoking, high hemlines, loose morals and, naturally, fur.

Similar to that era, the trend is emerging during a volatile financial climate.

This style is very much about dressing for the life you dream of rather than the one you have to endure.

Contemporary Materials and Tongue-in-Cheek Opulence

Whereas animal fur was omnipresent during Studio 54's peak, today's versions are primarily made from lambskin—a byproduct of the meat industry—or man-made materials like polyester.

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

Celebrity Endorsement and Limited Drops

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

Because of strong demand, these coats are now only sold in exclusive collections. An forthcoming release includes a rose and grey style akin to a large pom-pom, as well as leopard- and tiger-print versions with dramatic fluffy frou-frou.

"If you can only buy one thing, you wouldn't choose it to be a plain jumper or a pair of boring pants, you want a standout piece," explains a publication head.

The feeling is echoed by a style head at a major retailer, who calls it "a surprising, playful touch" that doesn't require a whole new outfit.

The Ultimate Mood Booster

In the end, the fuzzy coat can serve as a great mood lifter.

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