It's your wedding - do what makes you happy. Some people wear sneakers to their own wedding. I wore my Speedmaster with a tuxedo because it's my favourite watch and my wife gave it to me as an engagement present. ...
Unfortunately I don't have a solution, but I would think this is definitely one of those situations where function should take precedence over form.
Also, it's good to see a Saskatchewan guy on SF! I'm currently living...