While many clothing brands have suffered during the economic downturn, Japanese brand Uniqlo is on the rise. At a time when budgets are tight, buying the brand's colorful T-shirts, sweaters, and jeans-all sold at very competitive prices-is a no-brainer for many consumers. Uniqlo's clothes are better quality than might be expected for the prices. They feature high-tech materials and aren't "out of style" in a few months.