An elasticated overshoe made from non-woven chlorinated polyethylene that can be placed over footware to help protect surfaces from contamination such as dirt, mud, paints, mortar, adhesives and grouts etc. The deeply embossed sole increases the overshoes durability whilst the elasticated edges keep them held firmly in place. The versatility of the overshoes allows them to be worn in a wide variety of areas including poolsides, changing areas, catering environments as well as general domestic areas such as kitchens, bathrooms and wetrooms.