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Segment Information (Parenthetical) (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended
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Nov. 03, 2013 | Oct. 28, 2012 | Nov. 03, 2013 | Oct. 28, 2012
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |  |  |
Net revenues | $ 51.5 | $ 39.4 | $ 150.0 | $ 101.6
Long-term assets | $ 59.3 | $ 31.3 | $ 59.3 | $ 31.3

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