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>> that is serious road rage waiting to happen. all right, moving on now. the hit movie "bridesmaids" is more truth than fiction. maybe you can relate to this. >> completely. >> walking your friend down the aisle can make you sick while busting your bank account at the same time. >> guys have it to easy. the average bridesmaid spends just under $1,700 according to the weddingchannel.com. it's not just the fancy dress. we're talking about the shower, the bachelorette party, the travel. you've got those moments when you don't feel so great. and that's going to happen. some bridesmaids have the reaction t tthe dress. >> have you seen the movie. >> i'm dieing to see it. it looks so funny. the best advice if you are strapped, tell the bride in person, not during the wedding event, perhaps. that she'll be happy with less expensivivchoices. >> do you ever wear those dresses again? >> no. >> you cut them up and make them into pillows or something like that. >> curtains or something?