Here is one of the photos that really inspired me. It is from the guest bedroom in her Atlanta apartment.
In an interview with House Beautiful, Phoebe Howard said that the wall color was Blue Hubbard by Sherwin Williams (it was from Martha Stewart's line and now discontinued, but apparently Sherwin Williams can still mix it). She said that it is a grayish blue, with just a touch of green in it. (I've also heard good things about Sherwin Williams Sea Salt - it's supposed to look like sea glass according to Layla at The Lettered Cottage.)I think the Blue Hubbard color will match perfectly with my new bedding. 
When Pottery Barn had a recent sale, I bought a new duvet cover and shams from their Grand Embroidered collection in Porcelain Blue. They are really pretty and soft. The color of the blue detailing is even softer in person. I also bought the matching Hanna Quilt in Porcelain Blue to create a similar look to the image below:
I love this image too. The starburst mirror is just gorgeous. I have a smaller one hanging above the headboard in my guest bedroom. I found it in a thrift store on the Cape for $20. I may try to find another one for the master bedroom, although I doubt I'll be that lucky again with the price!
Although, for a different look, the painting below is just gorgeous.
Here are (a lot) more images from Phoebe Howard that I'm using as an inspiration as I think about the other elements in the room. 
I made the headboard in my guest bedroom following the instructions by Young House Love, found here, and I'm very happy with the results. We will likely be moving in a year or two, and at that point I want to upgrade to a King size bed, so there is no reason to spend a lot of money on a headboard now. 
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Can't wait to see what you do. I love all the pictures, the blues and whites, so relaxing! Can't believe you found a starburst mirror for $20!!
I think the pictures you posted are beautiful and so serene. I love the paint color and your new bedding. Good luck on your headboard, let me know if you have any questions !
You have a wonderful scheme put together, gorgeous bedrooms! Have fun with this project, I just love the soft color palette!
Janell
All of the inspiration photos are great. I can't wait to see what you come up with!
I am sure it will be gorgeous. Love all the inspiration.
well that pheobe sure has bedrooms down pat! They are all gorgeous, just divine, and as most of my home has that kinda blue in it, I'm a big fan of these particular pics!
Very pretty! I'm loving these Phoebe Howard bedrooms. I also have a Sherwin Williams' Martha Stewart color in my master bedroom. Mine is called "Milk Pail" and I just love it. It is also in that gray green blue color way. I just love it and it makes our bedroom so relaxing and stress-free.
These are SUCH gorgeous images! You can't go wrong with this as inspiration! I love the lines of the colette bed. I have seen so much of the nailhead - I think it could be so pretty with just subtly contrasting piping in its place. I'm anxious to see what you do! Marija
These are gorgeous inspiration photos! It will be a very relaxing room. I'm so jealous that you found a sunburst mirror at such a great price!
I love the soft blue on the walls in some of the rooms. The touch of gray in the blue takes it to a really soothing level without making it feel like a nursery.
I love the use of the multiple mirrors over the bed. With stores like Home Goods offering so many affordable choices, you could start with one mirror and add to it as you found some bargains.
I love these bedroom designs by the Howards. Some of my all time favs. The color palette is perfect for a calming space. Going to check out how to make that headboard. Thanks for sharing.
xo,
cristin
Phoebe Howard is the way to go. Your bedroom will be so beautiful.
LOVE your inspiration! Can't wait to see the final results!
What beautiful inspiration photos- I think you have such a soothing combo here, perfect for a guest room
I'm yawning and want to climb right into one of these beds! Thanks for the comment on my post!
I love blue for a bedroom. I can't wait to see how you interpret the inspiration pictures!
Oh my goodness. Such serene images. I can definitely imagine relaxing in every one of those rooms, although photo #3 is my favorite!
Those are all so soft and sweet. Dreamy blue. Beautiful! Can't wait to see after photos!
Some gorgeous elements in these rooms!
Love this post on blues, it's everywhere lately! And that is a gorgeous headboard!
I love your inspiration pictures. So tranquil and lovely. I do love the lines of the bed ~ soft. I can't wait to see how your room turns out.
Paula Grace ~
love phoebe howard's bedrooms...she has design down to a science!! thanks so much for your sweet comment. and best of luck w/ the headboard. my husband and i made one for our room and it is super easy!!
All of these images are incredible inspiration. I hope you share what you end up doing!
Love all these pics. Blue is the perfect color for a bedroom.
Hi. Love Phoebe Howard so much. This was great. I left a comment right under your name on Holding Court, (I adore her site, since she is an ex attorney, I gravitated towards it...) Couldn't help but notice your blog's name, so came to check it out. I too used to practice law for years in NYC (Real Estate Law). So glad I stopped by your lovely site.
Sue
Oh I love the direction you are going in. I can't wait to see it all come together!
All these blues are beautiful and truly inspirational too.
That bed is great. I love upholstered headboards.
How am I just seeing this post?!?
I love all those rooms! My mom is obsessed with soft blue and has the Crate and Barrel Colette bench at the foot of her bed. So beautiful!
Can't wait to see what you do!
Alaina
Oh what great great great images!! I cannt wait to have a space together with my fiance to create as our own :) These are such great inspirations! Thank you thank you!! xx
Love, love Phoebe Howard, she is my design idle. I think I like everything she does. I reference her a lot on my blog. My master is very much like some of these inspiration pictures. I have the Hotel bedding in a sand colored stitching. It is probably 12 yrs old and I still love it. Timeless for sure. I can't wait to see what you do with your bedroom, I will be back for sure, great blog. Kathysue
loving these inspiration pictures. our bedroom is painted BM Silver Cloud and we have all white and blue accents ... so calm and serene (as long as the bed is made and clothes are not lying on the floor!!)
great look at bedrooms! thanks!
Yes, it's true, everything Phoebe touches turns to gold, er, I mean, blue. :-) I adore her style AND your choices !!
xo
Kate
gorgeous images!! I love her style, right up my ally! Have a wonderful weekend!
Gorgeous! I love all the white! Very relaxing, peaceful, and heavenly!
Well,The room with the touch of turquoise was just right to break up the other color palette.love the softness of each rooms, what an inspiration!superb images!
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