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Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Impact Of Accounting Change In Accounting Principle On Consolidated Statement Of Income) (Details)

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Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Impact Of Accounting Change In Accounting Principle On Consolidated Statement Of Income) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified
 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2011
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Cost of goods sold $ (8,027)
Income before income taxes 8,027
Income taxes 3,160
Net income attributable to VF Corporation 4,867
Earnings per common share attributable to VF Corporation common stockholders, Basic $ 0.04
Earnings per common share attributable to VF Corporation common stockholders, Diluted $ 0.04
Inventories 8,027
Accrued liabilities 3,160
Retained earnings $ 4,867