XML 21 R43.htm IDEA: XBRL DOCUMENT

Stock-Based Compensation (Details) (USD $) In Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
Stock-Based Compensation (Details) (USD $) In Thousands	Jul. 29, 2011	Jul. 30, 2010	Jul. 29, 2011	Jul. 30, 2010
Stock-Based Compensation
Share-based compensation expense before tax	$ 1,499	$ 1,379	$ 5,288	$ 4,729
Share-based compensation expense after tax	$ 966	$ 893	$ 3,441	$ 3,111

Represents the expense recognized during the period arising from equity-based compensation arrangements (for example, shares of stock, unit, stock options or other equity instruments) with employees, directors and certain consultants qualifying for treatment as employees.

+ References+ Details