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Memphis-Based Distribution Facilities - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2016	Feb. 01, 2015	Feb. 02, 2014
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]
Rent expense	$ 224,564,000	$ 215,221,000	$ 201,727,000
Partnership
Variable Interest Entity [Line Items]
Lease expiration date	Jul. 31, 2017
Rent expense	$ 3,050,000	$ 2,432,000	$ 2,448,000

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