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Basis of Presentation - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Jul. 30, 2011
Basis of Presentation [Line Items] |
Corporate overhead expense allocated to brands | $ (4)
maurices |
Basis of Presentation [Line Items] |
Corporate overhead costs | 2
Justice |
Basis of Presentation [Line Items] |
Corporate overhead costs | $ 2

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- Definition Corporate overhead expense allocated to brands from dressbarn. + References No definition available. + Details
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