You know your cousin better than anyone else, so you will know what is best.
But my 2 cents, is if you decide to talk with her don't make up some lame excuse or anything. Give her the facts in a fairly calm manner, you don't have to explain everything. Possibly just asking if it is fine for you to go in a tux would be enough.
Don't lie about it though, because it could bite you on the ass later.