Cashmere sweaters never go out of style, and they're on sale at Maya this week.   (Photo: Davies and Starr)

Trendy animal prints and fabrics throng store racks this fall, but those who value longevity never forget high-quality cashmere. You can get it for less at this week’s Maya sale (October 12 to 15, 11 A.M. to 7 P.M.; 58 Thomas Street; 212-608-7680), where preppy cardigans, chunky ponchos, and hoodies that usually cost over $200 at Saks Fifth Avenue, Henri Bendel, and Searle will be 60 percent off ($70 to $90). Cool variations include sweaters with mesh sleeves (pictured), embroidered apples and elbow patches, and a football design with “04” on the back. They may not go well with Celine’s leopard-print trench, but there’s no doubt you’ll still be wearing them next season.

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