Derivatives and hedging activities (Tables)

3 Months Ended

May 02, 2014

Derivatives and hedging activities

Schedule of fair value of derivative financial instruments as well as their classification in the condensed consolidated balance sheets

(in thousands)	May 2, 2014		January 31, 2014
Derivatives Designated as Hedging Instruments
Interest rate swaps classified as noncurrent Other liabilities	$	3,773	$	4,109

Schedule of the pre-tax effect of derivative financial instruments as reflected in the condensed consolidated statements of comprehensive income

	13 Weeks Ended
(in thousands)	May 2, 2014		May 3, 2013
Derivatives in Cash Flow Hedging Relationships
Loss related to effective portion of derivatives recognized in OCI	$	616	$	15,327
Loss related to effective portion of derivatives reclassified from Accumulated OCI to Interest expense	$	1,282	$	931