Careers expert Cheryl Morgan pointed out that an applicant's appearance creates the first impression the interviewer has of them and said a poor presentation can damage their chances of securing a job.
'It's likely that the interviewer will be seeing more than one candidate for the position so you need to give yourself the best chance and a smart appearance is one way to do this,' she explained.
Ms Morgan added that interviewers could believe candidates who do not make an effort with their appearance would show a similar lack of enthusiasm when it comes to carrying out their job.
In addition, the expert recommended applicants find out if the company which is interviewing has a dress code, so they can comply with it by removing piercings and covering visible tattoos as necessary.
Previous research from Mintel found that just over one-quarter of British employees only wear formal clothes when in the office, while one in five wear jeans to work.
'It's likely that the interviewer will be seeing more than one candidate for the position so you need to give yourself the best chance and a smart appearance is one way to do this,' she explained.
Ms Morgan added that interviewers could believe candidates who do not make an effort with their appearance would show a similar lack of enthusiasm when it comes to carrying out their job.
In addition, the expert recommended applicants find out if the company which is interviewing has a dress code, so they can comply with it by removing piercings and covering visible tattoos as necessary.
Previous research from Mintel found that just over one-quarter of British employees only wear formal clothes when in the office, while one in five wear jeans to work.
