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Acquisitions And Dispositions (Post-Acquisition Results Included In Consolidated Statement Of Operations) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Oct. 27, 2012
Oct. 29, 2011
Business Acquisition [Line Items]    
Net sales $ 1,137.5 $ 768.3
Loss from continuing operation 46.2 47.5
Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes (3.1) [1]  
Net loss 43.1 47.5
Charming Shoppes Acquisition [Member]
   
Business Acquisition [Line Items]    
Net sales 302.6  
Loss from continuing operation (14.5)  
Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes (3.1)  
Net loss $ (17.6)  
[1] Loss from discontinued operations is presented net of a $3.1 million income tax benefit for the three months ended October 27, 2012.