<Soft Christmas Themed Colors with Alternative Row Colors> 
1. Header Color - Soft Evergreen - 
                            
                            #A2BFA0
                         - A gentle green that serves as a calming header, ensuring strong contrast for black text.
2. Alternating Row Color 1 - Soft Peach - 
                            
                            #F5D6C6
                         - A warm, muted peach that adds a festive touch while keeping the overall look soft and inviting.
3. Alternating Row Color 2 - Light Lavender - 
                            
                            #E6D8E6
                         - A delicate lavender that complements the peach and provides a soothing contrast for readability.
4. Dropdown Color 1 - Festive Red - 
                            
                            #C72A2A
                         - A classic Christmas red that stands out for important selections.
5. Dropdown Color 2 - Deep Forest Green - 
                            
                            #2F6D26
                         - A rich green that offers a strong contrast for clarity and visibility in dropdown options.
6. Dropdown Color 3 - Soft Gold - 
                            
                            #E8B54D
                         - A warm gold that adds a touch of elegance and festivity to your dropdown menu.
7. Dropdown Color 4 - Winterberry - 
                            
                            #8D4D6B
                         - A muted berry color that adds diversity and warmth, complementing the other dropdown colors. 

This palette includes alternative colors for the alternating rows, using soft peach and light lavender for a gentle and festive appearance. The contrasting header color remains effective for readability with black text.

Would you like to explore more alternative colors, or do you have any other preferences in mind?