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GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS - Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Jan. 30, 2022 | Oct. 31, 2021
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Carrying amounts for indefinite-lived intangible assets |  |
Total | $ 1,658,517 | $ 1,658,728
Brands/Tradenames/Trademarks |  |
Carrying amounts for indefinite-lived intangible assets |  |
Total | 1,665,190 | 1,665,190
Other Intangibles |  |
Carrying amounts for indefinite-lived intangible assets |  |
Total | 184 | 184
Foreign Currency Translation |  |
Carrying amounts for indefinite-lived intangible assets |  |
Total | $ 6,857 | $ 6,646

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