Chico's Fas (CHS) 10-Q 2011 Q1 Quarterly report

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-Q

QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d)
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the Quarter Ended:	Commission File Number:
April 30, 2011	001-16435

Chico’s FAS, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter)

Florida	59-2389435
(State of Incorporation)	(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

11215 Metro Parkway, Fort Myers, Florida 33966
(Address of principal executive offices)

239-277-6200
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.     Yes þ     No o

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Large accelerated filer þ	Accelerated filer o	Non-accelerated filer  o	Smaller reporting company  o
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).     Yes o     No þ

Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer’s classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date.

At May 18, 2011, there were 176,195,109 shares outstanding of Common Stock, $.01 par value per share.

Chico’s FAS, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Index

PART I — Financial Information
Item 1.	Financial Statements:
	Consolidated Statements of Income for the Thirteen Weeks Ended April 30, 2011 and May 1, 2010(Unaudited)	3
	Consolidated Balance Sheets — April 30, 2011(Unaudited), January 29, 2011 and May 1, 2010(Unaudited)	4
	Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Thirteen Weeks Ended April 30, 2011 and May 1, 2010(Unaudited)	5
	Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements(Unaudited)	6
Item 2.	Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations	14
Item 3.	Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk	21
Item 4.	Controls and Procedures	22
PART II — Other Information
Item 1.	Legal Proceedings	23
Item 1A.	Risk Factors	23
Item 2.	Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds	24
Item 6.	Exhibits	24
Signatures		25
EX-31.1
EX-31.2
EX-32.1
EX-32.2
EX-101 INSTANCE DOCUMENT
EX-101 SCHEMA DOCUMENT
EX-101 CALCULATION LINKBASE DOCUMENT
EX-101 LABELS LINKBASE DOCUMENT
EX-101 PRESENTATION LINKBASE DOCUMENT
EX-101 DEFINITION LINKBASE DOCUMENT

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PART I — FINANCIAL INFORMATION

ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Chico’s FAS, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Income
(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except per share amounts)

	Thirteen Weeks Ended
	April 30, 2011		May 1, 2010
Net sales:
Chico’s/Soma Intimates	$	374,934	$	336,700
White House | Black Market		162,224		144,888
Total net sales		537,158		481,588
Cost of goods sold		219,495		200,008
Gross margin		317,663		281,580
Selling, general and administrative expenses:
Store and direct operating expenses		180,114		167,826
Marketing		30,898		29,080
National Store Support Center		32,431		28,800
Impairment charges		1,402		822
Total selling, general and administrative expenses		244,845		226,528
Income from operations		72,818		55,052
Interest income, net		400		450
Income before income taxes		73,218		55,502
Income tax provision		27,300		20,100
Net income	$	45,918	$	35,402
Per share data:
Net income per common share—basic	$	0.26	$	0.20
Net income per common and common equivalent share—diluted	$	0.26	$	0.20
Weighted average common shares outstanding—basic		174,881		177,336
Weighted average common and common equivalent shares outstanding—diluted		176,112		178,833
Dividends declared per share	$	0.10	$	0.08

See Accompanying Notes.

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Chico’s FAS, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In thousands)

	April 30,			January 29,			May 1,
	2011			2011			2010
	(Unaudited)						(Unaudited)
ASSETS
Current Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	123,409		$	14,695		$	32,694
Marketable securities, at fair value		442,815			534,019			449,167
Receivables		5,590			3,845			3,857
Income tax receivable		713			6,565			631
Inventories		198,544			159,814			160,448
Prepaid expenses		27,368			26,851			25,546
Deferred taxes		11,479			10,976			10,684
Total Current Assets		809,918			756,765			683,027
Property and Equipment:
Land and land improvements		43,161			42,468			22,043
Building and building improvements		90,813			89,328			82,440
Equipment, furniture and fixtures		434,330			428,217			398,132
Leasehold improvements		429,559			426,141			414,369
Total Property and Equipment		997,863			986,154			916,984
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization		(489,900	)		(468,777	)		(405,140	)
Property and Equipment, Net		507,963			517,377			511,844
Other Assets:
Goodwill		96,774			96,774			96,774
Other intangible assets		38,930			38,930			38,930
Deferred taxes		1,791			964			38,755
Other assets, net		5,342			5,211			25,119
Total Other Assets		142,837			141,879			199,578
	$	1,460,718		$	1,416,021		$	1,394,449
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current Liabilities:
Accounts payable	$	127,758		$	106,665		$	101,570
Accrued liabilities		121,974			94,852			126,720
Current portion of deferred liabilities		20,854			19,760			19,622
Total Current Liabilities		270,586			221,277			247,912
Noncurrent Liabilities:
Deferred liabilities		127,769			129,837			139,600
Stockholders’ Equity:
Preferred stock		—			—			—
Common stock		1,762			1,779			1,787
Additional paid-in capital		287,853			282,528			272,153
Retained earnings		772,215			780,212			732,741
Accumulated other comprehensive income		533			388			256
Total Stockholders’ Equity		1,062,363			1,064,907			1,006,937
	$	1,460,718		$	1,416,021		$	1,394,449

See Accompanying Notes.

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Chico’s FAS, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(Unaudited)
(In thousands)

	Thirteen Weeks Ended
	April 30,			May 1,
	2011			2010
Cash Flows From Operating Activities:
Net income	$	45,918		$	35,402
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities —
Depreciation and amortization		24,188			23,362
Deferred tax benefit		(1,375	)		(3,640	)
Stock-based compensation expense		3,636			2,831
Excess tax benefit from stock-based compensation		(762	)		(707	)
Impairment charges		1,402			822
Deferred rent and lease credits		(4,330	)		(4,140	)
Loss on disposal of property and equipment		32			766
(Increase) decrease in assets —
Receivables, net		(1,745	)		65
Income tax receivable		5,852			(319	)
Inventories		(38,730	)		(21,932	)
Prepaid expenses and other		(648	)		(1,373	)
Increase in liabilities —
Accounts payable		12,283			15,203
Accrued and other deferred liabilities		31,240			33,123
Total adjustments		31,043			44,061
Net cash provided by operating activities		76,961			79,463
Cash Flows From Investing Activities:
Decrease (increase) in marketable securities		91,349			(62,816	)
Purchases of property and equipment		(16,208	)		(15,264	)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities		75,141			(78,080	)
Cash Flows From Financing Activities:
Proceeds from issuance of common stock		1,373			920
Excess tax benefit from stock-based compensation		762			707
Dividends paid		(8,835	)		(7,136	)
Repurchase of common stock		(36,688	)		(223	)
Net cash used in financing activities		(43,388	)		(5,732	)
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents		108,714			(4,349	)
Cash and Cash Equivalents,Beginning of period		14,695			37,043
Cash and Cash Equivalents,End of period	$	123,409		$	32,694
Supplemental Disclosures of Cash Flow Information:
Cash paid for interest	$	69		$	74
Cash paid for income taxes, net	$	576		$	872

See Accompanying Notes.

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Chico’s FAS, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
April 30, 2011
(Unaudited)
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Note 1. Basis of Presentation

     The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements of Chico’s FAS, Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries (collectively, the “Company”) have been prepared in accordance with the instructions to Form 10-Q and do not include all of the information and notes required by accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S. (“U.S. GAAP”) for complete financial statements. In the opinion of management, such interim financial statements reflect all normal adjustments considered necessary to present fairly the financial position and the results of operations and cash flows for the interim periods presented. All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. For further information, refer to the consolidated financial statements and notes thereto for the fiscal year ended January 29, 2011, included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on March 22, 2011. The January 29, 2011 balance sheet amounts were derived from audited financial statements included in the Company’s Annual Report.

     As used in this report, all references to “we,” “us,” “our,” and “the Company,” refer to Chico’s FAS, Inc. and all of its wholly-owned subsidiaries. Unless otherwise noted, references to “first quarter” refer to the first quarter of fiscal 2011.

     Our fiscal years end on the Saturday closest to January 31 and are designated by the calendar year in which the fiscal year commences. Operating results for the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2011 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the entire year.

     Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified in order to conform to the current year presentation.

Note 2. Impairment of Long-Lived Assets

     During our quarterly reviews for impairment in the first quarter of fiscal 2011 and fiscal 2010, we completed evaluations of long-lived assets at certain underperforming stores and, as a result, determined that the carrying values of certain assets exceeded their future undiscounted cash flows. We then determined the fair value of these assets by discounting their future cash flows using a rate approximating our cost of capital, which resulted in an impairment charge of approximately $1.4 million and $0.8 million for the first quarter of 2011 and 2010, respectively.

Note 3. Income Taxes

     Our uncertain tax positions were $3.4 million and $3.6 million at April 30, 2011 and January 29, 2011, respectively. As of April 30, 2011, we do not believe that our estimates, as otherwise provided for, on such tax positions will significantly increase or decrease within the next twelve months. We are currently subject to income tax examinations by various states, but do not expect the resolution of the examinations will have a material impact on our financial position, results of operations, or liquidity.

     Our effective tax rate for the first quarter of fiscal 2011 was 37.3% compared to an effective tax rate of 36.2% in the first quarter of last year. Our effective tax rate was higher in the first quarter of 2011 compared to the first quarter of last year due primarily to a favorable court ruling that restored a state income tax receivable in the prior year.

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Chico’s FAS, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
April 30, 2011
(Unaudited)
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Note 4. Stock-Based Compensation

General

     Stock-based compensation for awards recognized during the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2011 and May 1, 2010 is based on the grant date fair value estimated in accordance with the relevant accounting guidance.

     For the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2011 and May 1, 2010, stock-based compensation expense was $3.6 million and $2.8 million, respectively. The total tax benefit associated with stock-based compensation for the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2011 and May 1, 2010 was $1.4 million and $1.1 million, respectively. We recognize stock-based compensation costs net of a forfeiture rate for only those shares expected to vest and on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period of the award.

Methodology Assumptions

     We use the Black-Scholes option-pricing model to value our stock options. Using this option-pricing model, the fair value of each stock option award is estimated on the date of grant. The fair value of our stock option awards, which are subject to pro-rata vesting generally over 3 years, is expensed on a straight-line basis over the vesting period of the stock options. The expected volatility assumption inherent in the pricing model is based on the historical volatility of our stock over a term equal to the expected term of the option granted. The expected term of stock option awards granted is derived from historical exercise experience under our stock option plans and represents the period of time that stock option awards granted are expected to be outstanding.

     The expected term assumption incorporates the contractual term of an option grant, which is generally ten years, as well as the vesting period of an award, which is generally pro-rata vesting over 3 years. The risk-free interest rate is based on the implied yield on a U.S. Treasury constant maturity with a remaining term equal to the expected term of the option granted. The expected dividend yield is based on the expected annual dividend divided by the market price of our common stock at the time of declaration.

     The weighted average assumptions relating to the valuation of our stock options for the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2011 and May 1, 2010 were as follows:

	Thirteen Weeks Ended
	April 30, 2011			May 1, 2010
Weighted average fair value of grants	$	6.70		$	6.95
Expected volatility		66	%		66	%
Expected term (years)		4.5			4.5
Risk-free interest rate		2.0	%		2.1	%
Expected dividend yield		1.5	%		1.0	%

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Chico’s FAS, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
April 30, 2011
(Unaudited)
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Note 4. Stock-Based Compensation (continued)

Stock-Based Awards Activity

     As of April 30, 2011, 7,148,374 nonqualified options are outstanding at a weighted average exercise price of $13.22 per share, and approximately 4.9 million shares remain available for future grants of either stock options, restricted stock or restricted stock units, stock appreciation rights (“SARs”) or performance shares.

     The following table presents a summary of our stock options activity for the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2011:

				Weighted Average
	Number of Shares			Exercise Price
Outstanding, beginning of period		6,033,101		$	12.87
Granted		1,381,500			13.69
Exercised		(167,005	)		5.59
Canceled or expired		(99,222	)		11.45
Outstanding, end of period		7,148,374			13.22
Exercisable at April 30, 2011		4,170,384			14.86

     The following table presents a summary of our restricted stock activity for the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2011:

				Weighted Average
				Grant Date Fair
	Number of Shares			Value
Nonvested, beginning of period		1,430,335		$	9.27
Granted		644,832			13.69
Vested		(152,236	)		10.73
Canceled		(80,813	)		9.70
Nonvested, end of period		1,842,118			10.68

Performance-based Awards

     In both fiscal 2009 and 2010, we granted David F. Dyer, our President and Chief Executive Officer, a performance award under which he was eligible to receive from 0 to 133,333 shares, with a target of 100,000 shares, contingent upon the achievement of certain Company-specific performance goals in fiscal 2009 and 2010. At each fiscal year-end, it was determined that he had earned 133,333 shares based on our performance. For the 2009 grant, the award will vest 3 years from the date of grant. For the 2010 grant, the award will vest 2 years from the date of grant. We accounted for the grants by recording compensation expense, based on the number of shares ultimately expected to vest on a straight-line basis over the respective service period.

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Chico’s FAS, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
April 30, 2011
(Unaudited)
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Note 4. Stock-Based Compensation (continued)

     In the first quarter of fiscal 2011, a new performance-based stock award was granted to Mr. Dyer. Similar to the 2009 and 2010 grants, under this performance award, Mr. Dyer is eligible to receive up to 133,333 shares, with a target of 100,000 shares, contingent upon the achievement of certain Company-specific performance goals during fiscal 2011. Any shares earned as a result of the achievement of such goals (whether issued at the time of grant or as additional shares earned at the end of the performance measurement period) will vest 1 year from the date of grant. We are recording compensation expense, based on the number of shares ultimately expected to vest, recognized on a straight-line basis over the 1-year service period. Additionally, we reevaluate the amount of compensation expected to be earned at the end of each reporting period and record an adjustment, if necessary.

     In the first quarter of fiscal 2010, certain of our executive officers were granted Performance Stock Units (“PSU”). Each PSU award has the ability to be converted into shares on the second anniversary of the grant date upon the achievement of certain Company-specific performance goals for fiscal 2011 and have an earn-out opportunity equal up to 100% of the units awarded. Similar to the performance awards granted to Mr. Dyer, compensation cost is recognized on a straight-line basis over the vesting period, based on the number of shares ultimately expected to vest and depending on the level and likelihood of the performance condition being met. Additionally, we reevaluate the amount of compensation expected to be earned at the end of each reporting period and record an adjustment, if necessary.

     In the first quarter of fiscal 2011, certain of our executive officers were granted a restricted stock award of which a performance condition was attached to 50% of the award, contingent upon the achievement of certain Company-specific performance goals during fiscal 2011. Any shares earned as a result of the achievement of such goals will vest over 3 years from the date of grant. We are recording compensation expense net of a forfeiture rate, based on the number of shares ultimately expected to vest, recognized on a straight-line basis over the 3-year service period.

Note 5. Earnings Per Share

     In June 2008, accounting guidance was issued related to share-based awards that qualify as participating securities. In accordance with this guidance, unvested share-based payment awards that include non-forfeitable rights to dividends, whether paid or unpaid, are considered participating securities. As a result, such awards are required to be included in the calculation of basic earnings per common share pursuant to the “two-class” method. For us, participating securities are generally comprised of unvested restricted stock awards.

     Basic EPS is determined using the two-class method and is computed by dividing net income available to common shareholders by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted EPS reflects the dilutive effect of potential common shares from securities such as stock options.

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Chico’s FAS, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
April 30, 2011
(Unaudited)
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Note 5. Earnings Per Share (continued)

     The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted EPS shown on the face of the accompanying consolidated statements of income:

	Thirteen Weeks Ended
	April 30,			May 1,
	2011			2010
Numerator
Net income	$	45,918		$	35,402
Net income allocated to participating securities		(537	)		(223	)
Net income available to common shareholders	$	45,381		$	35,179
Denominator
Weighted average common shares outstanding — basic		174,881,470			177,335,655
Dilutive effect of stock options outstanding		1,230,938			1,497,824
Weighted average common and common equivalent shares outstanding — diluted		176,112,408			178,833,479
Net income per common share
Basic	$	0.26		$	0.20
Diluted	$	0.26		$	0.20

     For the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2011 and May 1, 2010, 3,905,031 and 3,123,581 potential shares of common stock, respectively, were excluded from the computation of diluted EPS relating to stock option awards because the effect of including these potential shares would have been anti-dilutive.

Note 6. Fair Value Measurements

     Our financial instruments consist of cash and cash equivalents, marketable securities, trade receivables and payables. The carrying values of cash and cash equivalents, marketable securities, trade receivables and trade payables approximate current fair value due to the short-term nature of the instruments.

     Marketable securities, at April 30, 2011, are classified as available-for-sale and generally consist of municipal bonds, asset-backed securities, corporate bonds, commercial paper, certificates of deposit, and U.S Treasury securities. As of April 30, 2011, our holdings consisted of $259.8 million of securities with maturity dates less than one year and $183.0 million with maturity dates over one year and less than or equal to two years.

     We consider all available-for-sale securities, including those with maturity dates beyond 12 months, as available to support current operational liquidity needs and therefore classify these securities as short-term investments within current assets on the consolidated balance sheets. Marketable securities are carried at market value, with the unrealized holding gains and losses, net of income taxes, reflected as a separate

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Chico’s FAS, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
April 30, 2011
(Unaudited)
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Note 6. Fair Value Measurements (continued)

component of stockholders’ equity until realized. For the purposes of computing realized and unrealized gains and losses, cost is determined on a specific identification basis.

     Fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in the principal or most advantageous market in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. Entities are required to use a three-level hierarchy, which requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value.

     The valuation hierarchy is based upon the transparency of inputs to the valuation of an asset or liability on the measurement date. The three levels are defined as follows:

Level 1	—	Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities
Level 2	—	Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for similar assets or liabilities, or; Unadjusted quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets that are not active, or; Inputs other than quoted prices that are observable for the asset or liability
Level 3	—	Unobservable inputs for the asset or liability.

     We measure certain financial assets at fair value on a recurring basis, including our marketable securities, which are classified as available-for-sale securities, certain cash equivalents, specifically our money market accounts, and assets held in our non-qualified deferred compensation plan. The money market funds are valued based on quoted market prices in active markets. Our marketable securities are generally valued based on other observable inputs for those securities (including market corroborated pricing or other models that utilize observable inputs such as interest rates and yield curves) based on information provided by independent third party entities, except for U.S. treasury holdings which are valued based on quoted market prices in active markets. The investments in our non-qualified deferred compensation plan are valued using quoted market prices and are included in other assets on our consolidated balance sheets.

     From time to time, we measure certain assets at fair value on a non-recurring basis, specifically long-lived assets evaluated for impairment and, in fiscal 2010, a note receivable. We estimate the fair value of our long-lived assets using company-specific assumptions which would fall within Level 3 of the fair value hierarchy. Last year, the note receivable’s value was based on the value of the underlying real estate collateral as determined by an independent third party using observable market data, which resulted in a Level 2 classification.

     During the quarter ended April 30, 2011, we did not make significant transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 assets. Furthermore, as of April 30, 2011, January 29, 2011 and May 1, 2010, we did not have any Level 3 financial assets. We conduct reviews on a quarterly basis to verify pricing, assess liquidity, and determine if significant inputs have changed that would impact the fair value hierarchy disclosure.

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Chico’s FAS, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
April 30, 2011
(Unaudited)
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Note 6. Fair Value Measurements (continued)

     In accordance with the provisions of the guidance, we categorized our financial assets, whether valued on a recurring or non-recurring basis, based on the priority of the inputs to the valuation technique for the instruments, as follows:

			Fair Value Measurements at Reporting Date Using
			Quoted Prices in		Significant
			Active Markets		Other		Significant
			for Identical		Observable		Unobservable
	Balance as of			Assets		Inputs		Inputs
	April 30, 2011		(Level 1)		(Level 2)		(Level 3)
Current Assets
Cash equivalents:
Money market account	$	29,466	$	29,466	$	—	$	—
Marketable securities:
Municipal securities		151,681		—		151,681		—
U.S. government securities		119,125		67,290		51,835		—
Corporate bonds		122,767		—		122,767		—
Asset-backed securities		1,622		—		1,622		—
Commercial paper		45,555		—		45,555		—
Certificates of deposit		2,065		—		2,065		—
Non Current Assets
Deferred compensation plan		4,343		4,343		—		—
Total	$	476,624	$	101,099	$	375,525	$	—
	Balance as of
	January 29, 2011
Current Assets
Cash equivalents:
Money market account	$	5,397	$	5,397	$	—	$	—
Marketable securities:
Variable rate demand notes		319,220		—		319,220		—
Municipal securities		151,159		—		151,159		—
U.S. government securities		58,554		58,554		—		—
Corporate bonds		2,055		—		2,055		—
Asset-backed securities		3,031		—		3,031		—
Non Current Assets
Deferred compensation plan		4,143		4,143		—		—
Total	$	543,559	$	68,094	$	475,465	$	—
	Balance as of
	May 1, 2010
Current Assets
Cash equivalents:
Money market account	$	984	$	984	$	—	$	—
Marketable securities:
Variable rate demand notes		226,253		—		226,253		—
Municipal securities		130,090		—		130,090		—
U.S. government securities		59,120		59,120		—		—
Corporate bonds		16,954		—		16,954		—
Asset-backed securities		16,750		—		16,750		—
Non Current Assets
Note receivable		20,000		—		20,000		—
Deferred compensation plan		3,927		3,927		—		—
Total	$	474,078	$	64,031	$	410,047	$	—

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Chico’s FAS, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
April 30, 2011
(Unaudited)
(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Note 7. Share Repurchase Program

     In August 2010, the Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to $200 million of the Company’s outstanding common stock, through January 2013. During the first quarter of 2011, the Company repurchased 2.6 million shares, or $36.3 million, under this program and has $145.4 million remaining under the authorization. The Company, however, has no obligation to repurchase shares under this authorization, and the timing, actual number and value of any additional shares to be purchased will depend on the performance of Chico’s stock price, market conditions and other considerations.

Note 8. Subsequent Event

     Since May 19, 2011, in accordance with the share repurchase program, the Company repurchased approximately 1.2 million shares of stock for $17.6 million.

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ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

     Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (“MD&A”) should be read in conjunction with the accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements and notes thereto and our 2010 Annual Report to Stockholders.

Executive Overview

     We are a national specialty retailer of private branded, sophisticated, casual-to-dressy clothing, intimates, complementary accessories, and other non-clothing gift items operating under the Chico’s, White House | Black Market (“WH|BM”), and Soma Intimates (“Soma”) brand names. We earn revenues and generate cash through the sale of merchandise in our retail stores, on our various websites and through our call centers, which take orders for all of our brands.

     For fiscal 2011, we continue to focus on executing the goals that contributed to our success over the last few years. These initiatives were and continue to be: 1) rebuilding the Chico’s business into a high performance brand, 2) investing in the growth potential of the WH|BM and Soma brands, 3) accelerating the growth of the direct-to-consumer (“DTC”) channel, 4) improving our cost structure and maintaining inventory control, and 5) achieving a level of profitability in the current year comparable to what we achieved in fiscal 2005, previously our highest earnings year.

     Our financial results in the first quarter of 2011 are the direct result of executing our key strategic initiatives. In the first quarter of 2011, the Chico’s and WH|BM brands continued to experience improvements in their financial performance by providing our customers with trend-right fashions, supported by fresh marketing and e-marketing initiatives and our continued focus on the DTC channel.

     Soma also produced improved results over last year and we continue to believe in its growth potential as the 2011 first quarter was its best performance in the first quarter since fiscal 2008.

Financial Highlights for the First Quarter of 2011

• Net sales for the thirteen-week period ended April 30, 2011 (“current period”) increased 11.5% to $537.2 million compared to $481.6 million for the thirteen-week period ended May 1, 2010 (“prior period”), and consolidated comparable sales, which include DTC sales, increased 7.7% for the current quarter (all references to comparable sales include DTC sales).

• Gross margin percentage increased to 59.1% from 58.5% in the prior period.

• Operating income was $72.8 million compared to operating income in the prior period of $55.1 million.

• Net income in the current period was $45.9 million compared to net income of $35.4 million in the prior period.

• Earnings per diluted share was $0.26 compared to $0.20 in the prior period.

• DTC sales increased 47.4% in the current period to $42.6 million.

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• Cash and marketable securities at the end of the current period were $566.2 million, an increase of $84.3 million over the prior period, after paying $30.2 million in dividends and repurchasing $54.6 million of our common stock under our share repurchase program since the first quarter of 2010.

• Inventories in the first quarter increased $38.1 million from last year’s first quarter. Excluding an incremental $9.6 million of in-transit inventories this year over last year, inventory per selling square foot was $66 versus $60 in the prior period, an increase of 9.5% compared to last year. The increase in inventory per selling square foot over last year is primarily attributable to an increase in year-over-year comparable sales, along with the anticipated opening of 21 net new stores in the May-June 2011 timeframe.

• We declared and paid a dividend of $0.05 per share in the first quarter and declared an additional dividend of $0.05 per share in the first quarter to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 13, 2011, which is payable on June 27, 2011.

Future Outlook

     For the second quarter of fiscal 2011, we are currently forecasting a mid-single digit comparable sales increase which accompanied by the addition of 30 net new stores, should result in a net sales increase in the mid-teens for the quarter. We expect gross margin to be up slightly and expect selling, general and administrative expenses in dollars to increase due to higher store count and marketing expenses. However, as a percentage of net sales, selling, general and administrative expenses are expected to decrease reflecting leverage based on the forecasted comparable sales increase and continued effective expense control.

Results of Operations — Thirteen Weeks Ended April 30, 2011 Compared to the Thirteen Weeks Ended May 1, 2010

     The following table sets forth the percentage relationship to net sales of certain items in our consolidated statements of income for the periods shown below:

	Thirteen Weeks Ended
	April 30, 2011			May 1, 2010
Net sales		100.0	%		100.0	%
Cost of goods sold		40.9			41.5
Gross margin		59.1			58.5
Store and direct operating expenses		33.5			34.8
Marketing		5.7			6.0
National Store Support Center		6.0			6.0
Impairment charges		0.3			0.2
Income from operations		13.6			11.5
Interest income, net		0.0			0.0
Income before income taxes		13.6			11.5
Income tax provision		5.1			4.1
Net income		8.5	%		7.4	%

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     Net Sales

     The following table depicts net sales by the Chico’s/Soma and WH|BM brands in dollars and as a percentage of total net sales for the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2011 and May 1, 2010 (dollar amounts in thousands):

	Thirteen Weeks Ended
Net Sales:	April 30, 2011				May 1, 2010
Chico’s/Soma Intimates	$	374,934	69.8	%	$	336,700	69.9	%
White House | Black Market		162,224	30.2			144,888	30.1
Total net sales	$	537,158	100.0	%	$	481,588	100.0	%

     Net sales by the Chico’s, WH|BM and Soma brands increased from the prior period primarily due to positive comparable sales as well as new store openings. The Chico’s/Soma brands’ comparable sales increased by 7.8% and the WH|BM brand’s comparable sales increased by 7.4% compared to the prior period.

     The consolidated comparable sales increase at the Chico’s/Soma brands was driven by an approximate 6% increase in the average unit retail price at Chico’s front-line stores, offset slightly by a decrease in the number of transactions at Chico’s front-line stores. Comparable sales results at WH|BM benefited from an approximate 8% increase in units per transactions together with a 3% increase in the average unit retail price at WH|BM front-line stores offset by a decrease in the number of transactions at front-line stores.

     The increase in consolidated comparable sales is also attributable to a 47.4% increase in net DTC sales over the prior period with all brands experiencing over 40% sales growth in this channel, which we believe is a direct result of our continued focus on this previously underinvested channel accompanied by improvements and additions to our e-marketing initiatives.

     Cost of Goods Sold/Gross Margin

     The following table depicts cost of goods sold and gross margin in dollars and gross margin as a percentage of net sales for the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2011 and May 1, 2010 (dollar amounts in thousands):

	Thirteen Weeks Ended
	April 30, 2011			May 1, 2010
Cost of goods sold	$	219,495		$	200,008
Gross margin	$	317,663		$	281,580
Gross margin percentage		59.1	%		58.5	%

     Gross margin as a percentage of net sales for the current quarter improved to 59.1% compared to 58.5% in the first quarter for fiscal 2010. The gross margin percentage increase is attributable to increased margins at Chico’s and WH|BM frontline stores primarily driven by improved in-season sell-through in the current period versus the same period last year.

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     Selling, General, and Administrative Expenses

     The following tables depict store and direct operating expenses, marketing, and National Store Support Center expenses in dollars and as a percentage of total net sales for the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2011 and May 1, 2010 (dollar amounts in thousands):

	Thirteen Weeks Ended
	April 30, 2011			May 1, 2010
Store and direct operating expenses	$	180,114		$	167,826
Percentage of total net sales		33.5	%		34.8	%

     Store and direct operating expenses include store and DTC operational expenses, and reflect such items as personnel, occupancy, depreciation and supplies, incurred to operate each of our stores and the DTC channel. Store and direct operating expenses increased by $12.3 million over last year’s first quarter primarily due to increased occupancy expense and store labor costs associated with 85 net new stores over last year, accompanied by increased credit card fees due to higher sales volume compared to last year. However, expressed as a percentage of net sales, store and direct operating expenses decreased by 130 basis points due to the leverage associated with the comparable store sales increase.

	Thirteen Weeks Ended
	April 30, 2011			May 1, 2010
Marketing	$	30,898		$	29,080
Percentage of total net sales		5.7	%		6.0	%

     Marketing expenses include programs such as direct marketing efforts, national advertising expenses via various media and related support costs. Marketing expenses increased $1.8 million over last year’s first quarter primarily due to incremental television advertising for the Soma brand as well as increased e-marketing initiatives for all three brands. As a percentage of net sales, marketing expenses decreased by 30 basis points compared to last year’s first quarter.

	Thirteen Weeks Ended
	April 30, 2011			May 1, 2010
National Store Support Center	$	32,431		$	28,800
Percentage of total net sales		6.0	%		6.0	%

     National Store Support Center (“NSSC”) expenses consist of the corporate level functions including executive management, human resources, management information systems, and finance, among others. In dollars, NSSC expenses increased by $3.6 million over the prior period; however, expressed as a percentage of net sales, NSSC expenses were flat over the prior year’s first quarter.

     Provision for Income Taxes

     Our effective tax rate for the current quarter was 37.3% compared to an effective tax rate of 36.2% in the first quarter of last year. Our effective tax rate was higher in the current quarter compared to the first quarter of last year due primarily to a favorable court ruling that restored a state income tax receivable in the prior year.

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Liquidity and Capital Resources

     Our ongoing capital requirements have been and are for funding capital expenditures for new, expanded, relocated and remodeled stores, for our distribution center and other central support facilities, for the planned expansion of our NSSC campus and for the continued improvement in information technology tools.

     The following table depicts our capital resources as of April 30, 2011 and May 1, 2010 (amounts in thousands):

	April 30, 2011		May 1, 2010
Cash and cash equivalents	$	123,409	$	32,694
Marketable securities	$	442,815	$	449,167
Working capital	$	539,332	$	435,115

     Working capital as of April 30, 2011 increased compared to May 1, 2010 resulting primarily from higher cash and marketable securities amounts attributable to our improved operating results accompanied by increases in inventory partially offset by an increase in accounts payable. The significant components of working capital are cash and cash equivalents, marketable securities, and inventories, reduced by current liabilities.

     Based on past performance and current expectations, we believe that our cash and cash equivalents, marketable securities and cash generated from operations will satisfy working capital needs, future capital expenditures (see “New Store Openings and Infrastructure Investments”), commitments, dividend payments, potential share repurchases and other liquidity requirements associated with our operations through at least the next 12 months. Furthermore, while it is our intention to continue to pay a quarterly cash dividend in the future, any determination to pay future dividends will be made by the Board of Directors and will depend on future earnings, financial condition and other factors.

     Operating Activities

     Net cash provided by operating activities was $77.0 million and $79.5 million for the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2011 and May 1, 2010, respectively. The slight decrease in cash flows from operating activities in the current period from the prior fiscal year’s first quarter is primarily due to the increase in inventory investment to support expected sales increases, partially offset by higher net income, mainly as a result of increased sales.

     Investing Activities

     Net cash provided by investing activities for the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2011 was $75.1 million compared to $78.1 million used in investing activities for the thirteen weeks ended May 1, 2010.

     We had net proceeds of $91.3 million of marketable securities in the first quarter due to a rebalancing of our investment portfolio that is resulting in a shift away from variable rate demand notes that were previously classified as marketable securities, in favor of investments classified as cash equivalents on our balance sheets. By contrast, we had net purchases of $62.8 million in last year’s comparable period.

     Our approximate $0.9 million increased investment in capital expenditures when compared to the prior period was primarily related to higher capital investments associated with new, relocated, remodeled and expanded Chico’s/Soma and WH|BM stores. However, the increased investment in stores was offset by a decrease in technology investments and distribution center projects for the current quarter compared to the prior year’s first quarter.

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     Financing Activities

     Net cash used in financing activities was $43.4 million and $5.7 million for the thirteen weeks ended April 30, 2011 and May 1, 2010, respectively.

     In the current period, we paid a $0.05 per share cash dividend on our common stock totaling $8.8 million and repurchased $36.3 million of our common stock through the share repurchase program announced in August 2010.

     New Store Openings and Infrastructure Investments

     During the first quarter of fiscal 2011, we had 33 net store openings consisting of 16 Soma net openings, 6 Chico’s net openings and 11 WH|BM net openings. Currently, we expect our new stores in fiscal 2011 to increase approximately 9%, reflecting approximately 20-22 net openings of Chico’s stores, 24-26 net openings of WH|BM stores, approximately 54-56 net openings of Soma stores and 25-27 relocations/expansions. We continuously evaluate the appropriate new store growth rate in light of economic conditions and may adjust the growth rate as conditions require or as opportunities arise.

     We believe that the liquidity needed for new stores, our continuing store remodel/expansion program, investments in improvements and expansions of our NSSC and distribution center, continued installation and upgrading of new and existing software packages, and investment in inventory levels associated with this growth will be funded primarily from cash flow from operations and our existing cash and marketable securities balances, and, if necessary, the capacity included in our bank credit facility.

     At the beginning of the first quarter of fiscal 2010, we completed the second major phase of our multi-year, planned implementation of our Enterprise Resource Planning (“ERP”) system. We are currently utilizing this system in all of our brands. The third major phase includes on-going enhancements and optimization of the new ERP across all three brands, as well as the deployment of additional functionality across various other functions.

     In fiscal 2009, we purchased JDA Enterprise Planning, JDA Assortment Planning and JDA Allocation software applications instead of previously planned implementations of related SAP applications and revised our roll out plan accordingly. We completed the implementation of the allocation functionality during fiscal 2009, installed enterprise planning in 2010 and are currently working on enhancements to existing applications as well as implementing the additional JDA planning applications over the next 12-18 months.

     Given our existing cash and marketable securities balances and the capacity included in our bank credit facility, we do not believe that we will need to seek other sources of financing to conduct our operations, pay future dividends or pursue our expansion plans even if cash flow from operations should prove to be less than anticipated or if there should arise a need for additional letter of credit capacity due to establishing new and expanded sources of supply, or if we were to increase the number of new stores planned to be opened in future periods.

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Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates

     The discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations are based upon the consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States. The preparation of consolidated financial statements requires us to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses, and related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions. Management has discussed the development and selection of these critical accounting policies and estimates with the Audit Committee of our Board of Directors, and believes the assumptions and estimates, as set forth in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 29, 2011, are significant to reporting our results of operations and financial position. There have been no material changes to our critical accounting policies as disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 29, 2011.

Quarterly Results and Seasonality

     Our quarterly results may fluctuate significantly depending on a number of factors including timing of new store openings, adverse weather conditions, the spring and fall fashion lines and shifts in the timing of certain holidays. In addition, our periodic results can be directly and significantly impacted by the extent to which new merchandise offerings are accepted by customers and by the timing of the introduction of such merchandise.

Certain Factors That May Affect Future Results

     This Form 10-Q may contain certain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which reflect our current views with respect to certain events that could have an effect on our future financial performance, including but without limitation, statements regarding future growth rates of our store concepts. The statements may address items such as future sales, gross margin expectations, operating margin expectations, earnings per share expectations, planned store openings, closings and expansions, future comparable sales, future product sourcing plans, inventory levels, planned marketing expenditures, planned capital expenditures and future cash needs. In addition, from time to time, we may issue press releases and other written communications, and our representatives may make oral statements, which contain forward-looking information.

     These statements, including those in this Form 10-Q and those in press releases or made orally, may include the words “expects,” “believes,” and similar expressions. Except for historical information, matters discussed in such oral and written statements, including this Form 10-Q, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from historical results or those currently anticipated. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, those discussed below and in Item 1A, “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 22, 2011.

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     These potential risks and uncertainties include the financial strength of retailing in particular and the economy in general, the extent of financial difficulties that may be experienced by customers, our ability to secure and maintain customer acceptance of styles and store concepts, the propriety of inventory mix and sizing, the quality of merchandise received from suppliers, the extent and nature of competition in the markets in which we operate, the extent of the market demand and overall level of spending for women’s private branded clothing and related accessories, the adequacy and perception of customer service, the ability to coordinate product development with buying and planning, the ability to efficiently, timely and successfully execute significant shifts in the countries from which merchandise is supplied, the ability of our suppliers to timely produce and deliver clothing and accessories, the changes in the costs of manufacturing, labor and advertising, the rate of new store openings, the buying public’s acceptance of any of our new store concepts, the performance, implementation and integration of management information systems, the ability to hire, train, energize and retain qualified sales associates and other employees, the availability of quality store sites, the ability to expand our distribution center and other support facilities in an efficient and effective manner, the ability to hire and train qualified managerial employees, the ability to effectively and efficiently establish and operate DTC sales, the ability to secure and protect trademarks and other intellectual property rights, the ability to effectively and efficiently operate the Chico’s, WH|BM, and Soma merchandise brands, risks associated with terrorist activities, risks associated with natural disasters such as hurricanes and other risks. In addition, there are potential risks and uncertainties that are peculiar to our reliance on sourcing from foreign suppliers, including the impact of work stoppages, transportation delays and other interruptions, political or civil instability, imposition of and changes in tariffs and import and export controls such as import quotas, changes in governmental policies in or towards foreign countries, currency exchange rates and other similar factors.

     The forward-looking statements included herein are only made as of the date of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Litigation

     In the normal course of business, we are subject to proceedings, lawsuits and other claims including proceedings under laws and government regulations relating to labor, product, intellectual property and other matters including the matters described in Item 1 of Part II of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Such matters are subject to many uncertainties, and outcomes are not predictable with assurance. Consequently, the ultimate aggregate amount of monetary liability or financial impact with respect to these matters at April 30, 2011, cannot be ascertained. Although these matters could affect the operating results of any one quarter when resolved in future periods, and although there can be no assurance with respect thereto, management believes that, after final disposition, any monetary liability or financial impact to us would not be material to the annual consolidated financial statements.

ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK

     The market risk of our financial instruments as of April 30, 2011 has not significantly changed since January 29, 2011. We are exposed to market risk from changes in interest rates on any future indebtedness and our marketable securities.

     Our exposure to interest rate risk relates in part to our revolving line of credit with our bank; however, as of April 30, 2011, we did not have any outstanding borrowings on our line of credit and, given our current liquidity position, do not expect to utilize our line of credit in the foreseeable future except for the use of the letter of credit facility portion thereof.

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     Our investment portfolio is maintained in accordance with our investment policy which identifies allowable investments, specifies credit quality standards and limits the credit exposure of any single issuer. Our investment portfolio consists of cash equivalents and marketable securities, including municipal bonds, asset-backed securities, corporate bonds, commercial paper, certificates of deposit, and U.S. Treasury securities. The portfolio as of April 30, 2011, consisted of $259.8 million of securities with maturity dates less than one year and $183.0 million with maturity dates over one year and less than or equal to two years. We consider all available-for-sale securities, including those with maturity dates beyond 12 months, as available to support current operational liquidity needs and therefore classify these securities as short-term investments within current assets on the consolidated balance sheets. As of April 30, 2011, an increase of 100 basis points in interest rates would reduce the fair value of our marketable securities portfolio by approximately $3.7 million. Conversely, a reduction of 100 basis points in interest rates would increase the fair value of our marketable securities portfolio by approximately $2.0 million.

ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

     Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures

     Our disclosure controls and procedures are designed to provide reasonable assurance that information required to be disclosed in our reports under the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms.

     As of the end of the period covered by this report, an evaluation was carried out under the supervision and with the participation of management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended). Based upon that evaluation, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that, as of the end of such period, our disclosure controls and procedures were effective in providing reasonable assurance in timely alerting them to material information relating to us (including our consolidated subsidiaries) and that information required to be disclosed in our reports is recorded, processed, summarized, and reported as required to be included in our periodic SEC filings.

     Changes in Internal Controls

     There were no significant changes in our internal controls or in other factors that could significantly affect our disclosure controls and procedures subsequent to the date of the above referenced evaluation. Furthermore, there was no change in our internal control over financial reporting or in other factors during the quarterly period covered by this report that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

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PART II — OTHER INFORMATION

ITEM 1. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

     The Company was named as a defendant in a putative class action filed in February 2011 in the Superior Court of the State of California for the County of Orange,Lorraine V. Garcia v. Chico’s FAS, Inc. The Complaint alleges that the Company, in violation of California law, requested or required customers to provide personal information as a condition of accepting payment by credit card. The Company denies the material allegations of the Complaint. The Company believes that the case is wholly without merit and, thus, does not believe that the case should have any material adverse effect on the Company’s financial condition or results of operations.

     The Company was named as a defendant in a putative class action filed in March 2011 in the Superior Court of the State of California for the County of Los Angeles,Eileen Schlim v. Chico’s FAS, Inc. The Complaint attempts to allege numerous violations of California law related to wages, meal periods, rest periods, and vacation pay, among other things. The Company denies the material allegations of the Complaint. The Company believes that its policies and procedures for paying its associates comply with all applicable California laws. As a result, the Company does not believe that the case should have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial condition or results of operations.

     Other than as noted above, we are not currently a party to any legal proceedings, other than various claims and lawsuits arising in the normal course of business, none of which we believe should have a material adverse effect on our financial condition or results of operations.

ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS

     In addition to the other information discussed in this report, the factors described in Part I, Item 1A., “Risk Factors” in our 2010 Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 22, 2011 should be considered as they could materially affect our business, financial condition or future results. There have not been any significant changes with respect to the risks described in our 2010 Form 10-K, but these are not the only risks facing our company. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial also may adversely affect our business, financial condition or operating results.

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ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS

     The following table sets forth information concerning our purchases of common stock for the periods indicated (dollar amounts in thousands, except per share amounts):

							Approximate
					Total		Dollar Value
					Number of		of Shares that
					Shares		May Yet Be
					Purchased as		Purchased
	Total				Part of		Under the
	Number of		Average		Publicly		Publicly
	Shares		Price Paid		Announced		Announced
Period	Purchased(a)		per Share		Plans		Plans
January 30, 2011 to February 26, 2011		327,792	$	13.69		307,500	$	177,456
February 27, 2011 to April 2, 2011		2,340,032	$	13.76		2,331,821	$	145,365
April 3, 2011 to April 30, 2011		—	$	—		—	$	145,365
Total		2,667,824	$	13.75		2,639,321	$	145,365

(a) Includes 28,503 shares of restricted stock repurchased in connection with employee tax withholding obligations under employee compensation plans, which are not purchases under any publicly announced plan.

ITEM 6. EXHIBITS

(a) The following documents are filed as exhibits to this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (exhibits marked with an asterisk have been previously filed with the Commission as indicated and are incorporated herein by this reference):

Exhibit 31.1	Chico’s FAS, Inc. and Subsidiaries Certification Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 — Chief Executive Officer
Exhibit 31.2	Chico’s FAS, Inc. and Subsidiaries Certification Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 — Chief Financial Officer
Exhibit 32.1	Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Exhibit 32.2	Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Exhibit 101.INS	XBRL Instance Document
Exhibit 101.SCH	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
Exhibit 101.CAL	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
Exhibit 101.DEF	XBRL Taxonomy Definition Linkbase Document
Exhibit 101.LAB	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase Document
Exhibit 101.PRE	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document

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SIGNATURES

     Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

		CHICO’S FAS, INC.
Date:	May 25, 2011	By:	/s/ David F. Dyer
			David F. Dyer
			President and Chief Executive Officer
			(Principal Executive Officer)
Date:	May 25, 2011	By:	/s/ Kent A. Kleeberger
			Kent A. Kleeberger
			Executive Vice President,
			Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer
			(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)

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