[1]

The liability for the amount due to participants corresponding in value to the securities held in the grantor trust is recorded in other long-term liabilities.

[2]

Using the market approach, the fair values of these items represent quoted market prices multiplied by the quantities held. Net gains and losses related to the changes in fair value in the assets and liabilities under the various deferred compensation plans are recorded in selling, general and administrative expenses and were nil for the nine months ended October 29, 2016 and for the fiscal year ended January 30, 2016.

[3]

In accordance with ASC No. 360-10, Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, we review the carrying value of long-lived assets periodically and when events or circumstances indicate a potential impairment has occurred. Using an undiscounted cash flow model, we evaluate the cash flow trends of our stores to identify property, equipment and leasehold improvements that may not be fully recoverable. When a store’s projected undiscounted cash flows indicate impairment, we use a discounted cash flow model to estimate the fair value of the underlying long-lived assets. An impairment write-down is recorded if the carrying value of a long-lived asset exceeds its fair value. Key assumptions in estimating future cash flows include, among other things, expected future operating performance, including expected closure date and lease term, and changes in economic conditions. For the nine months ended October 29, 2016 and fiscal year 2015, we recognized impairment charges of $0.5 million and $10.6 million, respectively. Impairment charges are recorded in cost of sales and related buying, occupancy and distribution expenses. We believe estimated future cash flows are sufficient to support the carrying value of our long-lived assets. If estimated cash flows significantly differ in the future, there could be additional asset impairments.