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Stockholders' Equity (Noncontrolling Interest) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 29, 2018 | Dec. 30, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items] |  |  |
Purchase of noncontrolling interest shares | $ 2,200 | $ 6,451 |
Payments for noncontrolling interest | 1,947 | $ 0 | $ 8,657
Variable consideration in accrued expenses-other | 1,000 |  |
Variable consideration in other long-term liabilities | $ 1,200 |  |
Fossil Accessories South Africa Pty. Ltd. |  |  |
Noncontrolling Interest [Line Items] |  |  |
Noncontrolling interest, ownership percentage by parent | 100.00% |  |

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