Other Current Liabilities (Schedule Of Other Current Liabilities) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Jan. 28, 2012	Jan. 29, 2011
Other Current Liabilities [Abstract]
Allowance for estimated customer returns, gift cards and store credits outstanding	$ 50,447	$ 41,781
Accrued payroll, benefits, bonuses and severance costs	43,953	31,547
Deferred rent and lease credits	20,939	19,760
Other	22,375	21,524
Total other current liabilities	$ 137,714	$ 114,612

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