Printed wool fabrics became common in Østerdalen around 1850, with textiles dyed and printed both locally and in cities like Trondheim and Røros. Several patterns were used between approximately 1850 and 1940. The pattern used for the Gammel Alvdalsbunad is from the Skjørberg Printworks in Trondheim. The original block print is preserved today at the Trøndelag Folk Museum in Sverresborg, and it has been carefully reconstructed to bring this historical bunad back to life.

This bunad was introduced as a regional festive costume in the early 1900s. It is a wool bodice dress printed with elegant grapevines and vine leaves—motifs that were likely used across the broader Østerdal region. The bunad is available in green, rust-red, or a deep petrol blue.

The Gammel Alvdalsbunad offers a range of styling options when it comes to shirts and aprons. Historical sources show that, in the early 20th century, people often wore patterned or colored shirts for everyday use. However, for formal occasions, a bright white linen shirt was considered the most refined choice.