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Stockholders' Equity (Noncontrolling Interest) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 30, 2017 | Jan. 02, 2016
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items] |  |
Purchase of noncontrolling interest shares | $ 6,451 | $ (5,832)
Variable consideration in accrued expenses-other | 2,000 |
Variable consideration in other long-term liabilities | $ 4,500 |
Fossil Accessories South Africa Pty. Ltd. |  |
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items] |  |
Noncontrolling interest, ownership percentage by parent | 100.00% |

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