I have been to all kinds of services. In the churches in my area, it is quite common to carry Chanel, LV, and whatever, because it is the custom to dress up. If I were visiting a church where that was not the custom, I might not. In our tradition, we are encouraged to dress in such a way that we would focus attention on ourselves or others, because it is church, after all. But that attitude hasnt kept women from carrying designer bags. . I carry a pochette, which is small and understated, but in the end it really lies with you.