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Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Deferred Gift Card Revenue (Details) $ in Thousands | 9 Months Ended
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Nov. 03, 2018 USD ($)
Movement in Contract with Customer, Liability [Roll Forward] |
Beginning balance | $ 406,506
Deferred revenue | 1,096,333
Effect of exchange rates changes on deferred revenue | (6,561)
Revenue recognized | (1,138,507)
Ending balance | $ 357,771

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