The innovative project by creator Holly Treats, whose real name is Victoria Toplansky, has taken the dating world by storm as she embarks on a quest to date a staggering 48,000 men. This ambitious initiative, dubbed the “Crush Matrix,” aims to determine the existence of the “perfect man” through meticulous documentation of her dating experiences.
In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly, Holly, 30, explained the rationale behind her project: “I have to get a reasonable sample to have accurate data. It is what it is. It’s not pretty all the time to do research.” The project began months ago, and Holly has developed a custom-built compatibility matrix to record details about each man she dates. Each entry includes pertinent information such as the man’s name, astrological sign, location, and a breakdown of pros and cons. To set the mood while documenting her experiences, she plays soundtracks from Sex and the City and Fifty Shades of Grey.
Holly is currently 2,000 entries short of her goal of 50,000, which she hopes to achieve within the next year. This ambitious target requires her to average more than five dates per day. To qualify as an entry in the Crush Matrix, Holly has set clear criteria. This includes having a phone conversation, which she describes as a significant step: “If I’m getting you on FaceTime, I’m somewhat sexually attracted to you. It’s not a Zoom meeting.” Additionally, private chats at social gatherings also count as impromptu dates.
As Holly navigates her extensive dating journey, she has experienced “very high highs and very low lows.” She recounted a memorable outing in Las Vegas, where a gentleman took her to a Michelin-star restaurant. While she struggled to remember specific details, she highlighted the overall experience, recalling shopping at Crystals.
In contrast, she shared another date where her companion fell asleep in the bathroom after consuming too much alcohol. “This guy got drunk and was progressively saying ruder and ruder things,” she noted. “He then excused himself to go to the bathroom after we paid the bill and he fell asleep in there.”
Interestingly, Holly mentioned that she is also dating “a few high-profile people” who remain anonymous in her project. Among the 48,000 entries, she has identified under 400 men who she believes are ready for marriage, regardless of whether it is with her. Additionally, she has about 50 men she is particularly interested in.
“I would actively talk to the 48,000 [men] again if they sent me a text,” Holly stated. “I’m still in communication with all of the 48,000. They have a chance. If they made it onto my 48,000 list — because not everyone even made it onto the list — they’re getting talked to.”
Through her quest for love, Holly has gained profound insights about herself and the nature of relationships. “I hate to say it, but dating is a numbers game,” she reflected. “You just can’t spend too much time with people once you kind of overwhelmingly know it’s not right.”
With over 1.6 million followers on Instagram, Holly Treats has captured the attention of many as she continues her unconventional journey in the world of modern dating.
