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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Narrative) (Details)
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Apr. 30, 2011
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| Number of states in which Macy's operates | 45 |
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Minimum [Member]
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| Number of stores | 850 |
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- Definition
The number of states the entity operates in as of the balance sheet date.
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- Definition
Represents the number of stores.
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