Jul 26, 2026 – 8.00pmFor more than three decades, Steven Khalil has heard brides tell him of their grand plans to lose weight before their big day.The bridalwear and couture designer would nod along as he took clients’ measurements at his Paddington studio, knowing there would most likely be only a tweak here or there despite these pronouncements and promises.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles