Ethan Allen Interiors Inc. Annual report pursuant to Section 13 and 15(d)

Note 13 - Employee Retirement Programs (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2011	Jun. 30, 2010
Defined Contribution Plan, Employer Discretionary Contribution Amount	$ 2.6	$ 2.5	$ 2.3
Other Postretirement Benefit Expense	$ 2.7	$ 1.1	$ 1.2

The amount of costs recognized during the period for non-pension postretirement benefits, such as medical, dental and life insurance.