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Fair Value Measurements (Details 3) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Aug. 02, 2014 | Aug. 03, 2013 | Aug. 02, 2014 | Aug. 03, 2013
Asset impairment charge |  |  |  |
Period of time new stores would need to be opened to be considered for impairment |  |  | 1 year |
Selling, general and administrative expenses | North American Retail and Europe |  |  |  |
Asset impairment charge |  |  |  |
Charges related to asset impairments | $ 4.6 | $ 2.1 | $ 4.8 | $ 3.1

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