The purpose of this study is to classify and analyze the deconstruction phenomena expressed in contemporary knit fashion design, and to analyze the inner meaning of deconstruction based on certain characteristics. As a method of study, literature data for theoretical backgrounds, prior studies, and internet data were analyzed. The scope of this study was restricted to knitwear published in the world’s four major collections (Milan, Paris, New York and London) from 2014 F/W to 2018 S/S. Based on prior studies, four concepts of deconstruction were derived: “Différeance”, “Intertextuality”, “Intermeaning of Meaning”, “Dis․De Phenomenon”. The results of the study were as follows: first, “Différeance” refers to a transcendence of time and space. These expressions are discursive, unrealistic, and convey freedom through intent that deviates from rules and norms. Second, “Intertextuality” indicates a mixture of different texts, such as styles, materials, and items. These expressions deliver novelty with amusement, and can be entertaining depending on audience expectations. Third, “Intermeaning of Meaning” is accidental category - depending on how the wearer wears the clothing. -; accordingly, free and spontaneous creativity is an emerging trend in fashion. Fourth, the clothing was expressed in deformed and distorted form by the construction and destruction of the structure, a technique we describe as the “Dis․De Phenomenon”. In this concept, the sense of free design of young emotion appears along with the sense of purity and shock due to intentional inconsistency.

Abstract
 I. Introduction
 Ⅱ. Background
  1. The concept of deconstruction
  2. Deconstruction characteristics
  3. The expressional methods of deconstructionfashion
 Ⅲ. Characteristics of Deconstructionin Contemporary Knit Fashion
  1. Différeance
  2. Intertextuality
  3. Intermeaning of meaning
  4. Dis․De phenomenon
 Ⅳ. Conclusion
 References

• Yoon Mee Lee(Associate Professor, Dept. of Knit Fashion Design, Hanyang Women’s University, Korea, 한양여자대학교 니트패션디자인과 부교수) | 이윤미 Corresponding author