Segment Information - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
May 03, 2014
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Impairment and other charges	$ 1fl_TotalImpairmentAndOtherCharges

It represents the total amount of write-downs of assets recognized and includes other charges.

No definition available.

Name:	fl_TotalImpairmentAndOtherCharges
Namespace Prefix:	fl_
Data Type:	xbrli:monetaryItemType
Balance Type:	debit
Period Type:	duration