# Protective Indoor Shoe Covers The 'shoegloves' Sustainable Shoe Covers are Slip-Resistant By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-09-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-shoe-covers References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/shoegloves-sustainable-shoe-cover-protects-your-floors-from-dirt-shoes-track-in/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+thegadgetflow+%28Gadget+Flow%29) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/shoegloves-the-stylish-and-sustainable-shoe-cover?utm_source=GadgetFlow&utm_medium=GadgetFlow&utm_campaign=GadgetFlow&utm_content=GadgetFlow#/) The 'shoegloves' sustainable shoe covers are a [protective indoor footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-footwear) solution for professionals and consumers alike to incorporate into their everyday routine. The shoe covers work by simply being slipped over footwear worn outdoors when heading inside to protect floors from dirt and marking. The covers are designed to look just like sneakers and will fit snuggly overtop of footwear to ensure they stay in place, while a [slip-resistant sole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoes-for-crews-4season-grip-4sg) ensures safety when worn on slippery flooring. The 'shoegloves' sustainable shoe covers are ideal for professionals like real estate agents and tradespeople who spend most of their day going in and out of private homes and need a way to politely enter without taking off their footwear. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Footwear Solutions:** Opportunity for companies to create sustainable shoe covers or indoor footwear solutions for professionals and consumers alike. - **Slip-resistant Innovations:** Manufacturers can create solutions for slip-resistant flooring options, providing safety and convenience for individuals wearing shoe covers. - **Fashionable Shoe Cover Design:** There is an opportunity for companies to create stylish shoe cover designs to appeal to professionals and consumers in need of shoe protection. ### Who This Affects Most - **Construction:** Construction companies can incorporate sustainable shoe covers as part of their on-site safety protocol to protect indoor environments. - **Real Estate:** Real estate agents can use sustainable shoe covers to protect the property they are showing, providing a polite and professional appearance while avoiding the need to remove shoes. - **Healthcare:** Hospitals and medical facilities can use shoe covers to help prevent the spread of contaminants while ensuring safety with slip-resistant options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Shape-Preserving Shoe Guards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crep-protect-3.md) - [Technical Collaborative Cover Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coverboot.md) - [Hygienic Shoe Care Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-styler-shoecare-and-shoecase.md) - [Shockproof Wheel Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caster-shoes.md) - [Chic Shoe Care Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoe-styler.md) - [Sustainable Adapting Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-shoe.md) - [Shoe Mileage Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoes-lifespan.md) - [Custom Adaptive Slipper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swapz-modular-slippers.md) - [Sanitizing Shoe Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rootsense.md)