Solange Yepez is a Toronto-based surface pattern and textile designer operating under the studio name Alchemiqa. A graduate of Ryerson University's Fashion Design program, she currently serves as Lead Textile Designer and Product Development Manager at Andrea Iyamah (womenswear brand).








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Solange Yepez is a Toronto-based surface pattern and textile designer operating under the studio name Alchemiqa. A graduate of Ryerson University's Fashion Design program, she currently serves as Lead Textile Designer and Product Development Manager at Andrea Iyamah (womenswear brand). Alchemiqa is her freelance practice, available for independent commissions.
Alchemiqa positions itself as surface design "for the bold and unconventional," with a moody, fashion-forward aesthetic. The portfolio features botanical and decorative compositions with rich, confident colour choices. Work spans fashion and home decor applications.
Combines hand-painted and digital techniques. Skills include illustration, painting, pattern design, and repeat construction. The dual approach covers both hand-crafted originals and production-ready digital patterns.
Primary market is womenswear, with a secondary focus on home decor. Documented clients include Knixwear, Gluckstein Home, and JQLYN & Co. The Anna Sui × Knix collaboration appears in her website project listing. Her most sustained employer relationship is with Andrea Iyamah, where she serves as lead textile designer.
Graduated from Ryerson University with a Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design. Discovered pattern design while working as a Junior Designer at Andrea Iyamah. Subsequently completed a short-term credit in Surface Design at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). Now holds the position of Lead Textile Designer and Product Development Manager at Andrea Iyamah while maintaining Alchemiqa as a parallel freelance studio.
The portfolio features botanical and decorative surface work. Work is positioned for both fashion (womenswear) and interior applications. Strong colour sensibility and a signature moody aesthetic differentiate the studio output.













Solange Yepez is a Toronto-based surface pattern and textile designer operating under the studio name Alchemiqa. A graduate of Ryerson University's Fashion Design program, she currently serves as Lead Textile Designer and Product Development Manager at Andrea Iyamah (womenswear brand).
Style and Aesthetic Alchemiqa positions itself as surface design "for the bold and unconventional," with a moody, fashion-forward aesthetic. The portfolio features botanical and decorative compositions with rich, confident colour choices. Work spans fashion and home decor applications.
Pattern Focus The portfolio features botanical and decorative surface work. Work is positioned for both fashion (womenswear) and interior applications. Strong colour sensibility and a signature moody aesthetic differentiate the studio output.
Markets and Clients Primary market is womenswear, with a secondary focus on home decor. Documented clients include Knixwear, Gluckstein Home, and JQLYN & Co. The Anna Sui × Knix collaboration appears in her website project listing.
Techniques and Tools Combines hand-painted and digital techniques. Skills include illustration, painting, pattern design, and repeat construction. The dual approach covers both hand-crafted originals and production-ready digital patterns.
Use the contact links on this profile to reach Solange Yepez directly about your brief, timeline and budget.
Career Path Graduated from Ryerson University with a Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design. Discovered pattern design while working as a Junior Designer at Andrea Iyamah. Subsequently completed a short-term credit in Surface Design at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD).
Solange Yepez is a Textile Designer. Browse their portfolio and contact them for projects.