Derivatives (Details Textuals)	6 Months Ended
Jul. 30, 2011
Derivatives (Textuals) [Abstract]
Maximum length of time inventory sales hedged	12 months
Additional time period in which forecasted transaction is not expected to occur	2 months
Period in which intercompany inventory sales recognized	2 months

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