Debt Debt by Instrument Table (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Jan. 28, 2012
Jan. 29, 2011
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Total Debt $ 198,539 $ 367,407
Total long-term debt 198,539 366,157
Secured Debt [Member]
   
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Opco Term Loan 0 120,625
Less: current portion 0 (1,250)
Senior Notes [Member]
   
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Senior Notes 200,850 250,000
Debt discount on Senior Notes $ (2,311) $ (3,218)