I ordered these shoe coverings so that when I am mowing my lawn or working out in the gardens and need to come inside the house, I can use these to slip over my shoes to keep my carpet clean.  I live in Houston and during the late spring, all summer, and early autumn, the temps and humidity are so high that when working outside, you need to come in often to cool off.  It becomes quite an aggravation having to take my tie sneakers on and off several times.  This is a perfect solution and saves my carpet.  I also intend to use them when workmen need to come inside my home.